The Sunrises At This Desert Valley Park In Utah Are Worth Waking Up Early For
By Catherine Armstrong|Published June 29, 2020
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Writer, editor and researcher with a passion for exploring new places. Catherine loves local bookstores, independent films, and spending time with her family, including Gus the golden retriever, who is a very good boy.
Are you an early bird or a night owl? If you like to sleep in, you’re probably missing out on some incredible Utah sunrises. There’s one spot here on the Utah/Arizona border that’s one of the most photographed places in the entire world, and it’s particularly stunning as the sun begins to rise.
Set your alarm clock and head to the border – you’re going to want to see this.
Monument Valley's iconic sandstone buttes draw photographers at all times of day. This stunning, colorful shot was taken at sunset, but in our opinion, the sunrises are even more beautiful.
People travel from all over the world to witness this sunrise, and it's right here in our own backyard. To get situated before dawn, you'll want to spend the night at a nearby campground or hotel.
The buttes each have a name: East and West Mitten Buttes have large spires. If you use your imagination just a bit, they look like a pair of mittens. Merrick Butte is the one to the right.
You don't need a perfectly clear morning to get an incredible sunrise out here in the desert. You will want to make sure to bring a jacket, however. Even in the summer months, it can be a bit chilly before the sun rises.
Have you seen the sunrise at Monument Valley Tribal Park? We’d love to see your photos in the comments!
If you love to see photos of our beautiful state, consider joining our Utah Nature Lovers Group on Facebook. You can scroll through tons of gorgeous photos taken by talented Utah photographers, and can post your own to share as well!
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