Capitol Reef National Park: Glass Mountain, USA

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USA Capitol Reef National Park: Glass Mountain

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Glass Mountain is a 15 foot high mound containing large gypsum crystals. It is within Capitol Reef National Park and near the 5,822 foot (1,775 meter) rock monolith 'Temple of the Sun'.

Photography Tips

Shoot when the sun is low to reflect the sun off the gypsum.

Travel Information

4x4 high clearance vehicle is recommended. Feature is 16 miles off the nearest main road. Caineville Wash Road is a mixture of washboard, slick rock, and deep sand. There is no mobile cell service in the area.

Spot Type Outdoor

Crowd Factor Nearly no other people

Best Timing All timings are equally good

Sunrise & Sunset 07:38 - 17:10 | current local time: 02:59

Photo Themes Desert Landscape National Park Rock Formations utah

Locations Utah Capitol Reef National Park

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