USA Court of the Patriarchs
One of the most recognized landmarks in Zion National Park, Court of the Patriarchs reach into the Utah sky. These three photogenic peaks bear the biblical names of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Towering above Birch Creek Canyon almost 2000 feet, the Court of the Patriarchs represents nearly a full layer of Navajo Sandstone. This exposed sandstone is one of nine Zion rock layers that together span 150 million years of sediment deposits. The Patriarch cliffs represent one of the thickest layers of sediment, making up some of the tallest cliffs in the world. Occasional flash floods in the Virgin River increase water volume by 100 times and bring down tons of loose rock and sand, scouring out new side canyons and re-channeling the river. Here in Zion Canyon this magnificent scenery is always experiencing change, but its subtleties are seldom recognized in such an immense canyon.
Photography Tips
relatively easy to find, within walking distance from the nearest of the park public transport. Need to go there few hours before sunset, as to see the lights hitting the side of the mountains so that we can get dramatics lighting.
Travel Information
take a free ride and stop at the 2nd stop and walk for around 500 meters toward the mini waterfall.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Just a few people
Best Timing
Sunrise & sunset
Sunrise & Sunset
07:06 - 19:52
| current local time: 18:00
Photo Themes
Court of the Patriarchs
Locations
Zion National Park
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