The Road into Monument Valley
A winding dirt road leads toward the iconic sandstone buttes known as the Mittens in Monument Valley Tribal Park, located on the Arizona–Utah border. Few landscapes are as instantly recognizable as Monument Valley, where towering red rock formations have become symbols of the American Southwest and have appeared in countless photographs, films, and television productions.
Planning a photography trip? Read my guide to the best Monument Valley photo locations, timing recommendations, and field tips.
The Road into Monument Valley
A winding dirt road leads toward the iconic sandstone buttes known as the Mittens in Monument Valley Tribal Park, located on the Arizona–Utah border. Few landscapes are as instantly recognizable as Monument Valley, where towering red rock formations have become symbols of the American Southwest and have appeared in countless photographs, films, and television productions.
Planning a photography trip? Read my guide to the best Monument Valley photo locations, timing recommendations, and field tips.