Day 358: September 18, 2005 - Almost Home

by Christian Williams
This viewpoint is not only stunning, but brings a rush of excitement, as it's the last major "bend" in the road before exiting the park in East Zion. This brings a sigh of relief, as it means we're almost home. Living in Glendale, it's a two hour drive to the "big city" of St. George (pop. 4500).

Day 291: July 13, 2005 - Scorching Summer

by Christian Williams
When I see pictures of these desert mountains, I can remember the dry heat of the summer, with the scorching sun in the sky reflecting off the beautiful white cliffs. It is not the most pleasant hiking conditions, but the desert's unique beauty makes the heat worth it.

Day 270: June 22, 2005 - Clouds Gather Above White Cliffs

by Karen Williams
As I took photos, the storm clouds rolled in to bring a summer storm to Zion.

Day 262: June 14, 2005 - White Cliffs with Brilliant Blue Skies

by Christian Williams
Today the skies were a brilliant blue, with fantastic white clouds. The beautiful skies contrasted nicely with the expansive white cliffs below. I hiked up one of the mountains and took some photos of the breathtaking views in east Zion.

by Christian Williams
My goal here was to reveal a little bit of Hwy9, as it winds in between the towering canyons. Certainly, one of the best scenic drives in the world.

Day 249: June 1, 2005 - Checkerboard Mesa

by Karen Williams
Here is the beautiful Checkerboard Mesa on a hot spring day, with the White Cliffs on the left. This is one of my favorite landmarks in Zion, and there is a nice wash to hike around in once Clear Creek dried up for the season.

Day 232: May 15, 2005 - White Cliffs Clear Creek

by Karen Williams
On a clear warm day in Zion, there's nothing nicer than hanging out by the creek and reading a book, which is what I did!

Day 222: May 5, 2005 - Clear Creek

by Christian Williams
It was a rainy day today, and the clouds quickly parted for a few moments shining light onto the Clear Creek, making this photo possible.

Day 67: December 1, 2004 - Midmorning White Cliffs

by Christian Williams
Mid-morning in Zion is a wonderful time to photograph the canyon walls. The textures and patterns in the rock are vividly defined by sunlight which angles across the sky. This particular morning I was walking around the canyon which leads to "Fat Man's Misery", a hike into an often unexplored back country area of Zion.

by Christian Williams
After taking the previous photo I turned around and saw this group of trees on top of the Checkerboard Mesa glimmering with the sunlight behind them.

Day 58: November 22, 2004 - White Cliffs in Winter

by Christian Williams
The start of the winter season, with occaisonal snow, brings a new feel to the landscape in Zion.