A mile or so south of Page, Arizona the Colorado River navigates around a horseshoe bend. There is a 3/4 mile trek through the sand, up and down a hill, to get to the overlook, but it is well worth the effort. I went there twice.
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The first visit was late in the evening before the sun set. The overlook faces west so the sun was directly behind the bend.
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The river and the rocks, highlighted by the lowering sun.
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The early morning light gives it a completely different look.
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As the kayaks and canoes were preparing to leave a beach on the bend a big motorboat passed by.
These photos were taken on June 3rd and June 4th. I left Page on the morning of the 4th for Southern California to
visit my cousin and to attend the
Genealogy Jamboree. After Jamboree I spent two days on the coast near Point Mugu and Ventura (no photos, gloomy, foggy, but still nice) then ventured into the central part of the state...
3 comments:
All photos are winners, but, number 2 here, is breathtaking! Wonderful! When I get my breath back, I might think of some additionl descriptive terms, for now, WOW, will have to suffice.
I agree that photo number 2 is my favorite! What an incredible place to experience!
These are absolutely amazing - love the beautiful interplay of colors and textures.
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