slot canyon, Paige, Arizona by danapommet
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Description
Page is a small town in northern Arizona located on the southern shores of magnificent man made, Lake Powell. It is near the eastern end of the Grand Canyon. Located outside of Page, is Antelope Canyon, a rare and incredibly beautiful geological formation known as a slot canyon. Created over millions of years by wind and water, the forces of time have formed a cathedral of sandstone, where fluid sandstone waves, curls and arches join together to create a series of towering, narrow passages, in a palette of warm colors. This canyon is located within the LeChee Chapter of the Navajo Nation.
The Navajo name for Upper Antelope Canyon is Tse' bighanilini, which means "the place where water runs through rocks." Upper Antelope is at about 4,000 feet elevation above sea level and the canyon walls rise 120 feet above the dry streambed. Take plenty of cold water and I recommend a guided, 4-wheel tour out of Paige. I understand that there is a recent rule change that limits tourists time in the canyon to 2 hours. You are not allowed into the canyon when there are thunder storm warning. The canyon has been known to flash flood during major thunder storms. The best way that I can describe this canyon is that it is the drain for all the rain water running down off the mountains that surround this area.
PHOTOS
Upper right is the rear entrance into the canyon. If it had been on a highway, you would not have seen it.
Upper left is inside the canyon and you can see that my flash washed away the fantastic colors.
Bottom is a shot straight up without a flash. The colors range from sand, beige, pink, orange, red and purple. Some of the info was from the Paige or Navajo web sites. 1996 photo was scanned. Zoom will help a little.
Thanks for stopping by my gallery, taking a look and for all your previous favs and comments. They are very much appreciated.
Dana
Comments (36)
jayfar
Great shots of a wonderful geological feature Dana and perfect info.
danapommet
I did purchase two photographs, from a professional photographer that I wouldn’t post, due to potential copy write infringement. BUT, if you want to site mail me your E-mail address, I think that I could scan and share my purchases with my RR friends. Dana
Feliciti
looks fascinating this formations!!! thanks for info about too :)
Texas3D
Woow it's very beautiful
kbrog
That looks like a fantastic place and you got some great captures of it! :)
m_j_s
Love these waves colour in the sandstone! Great shots Dana!
Faemike55
Wonderful captures and descriptions
bobrgallegos
Outstanding collage of these beautiful sandstone formations!!
mgtcs
WOW.....Wonderful view here, the lighting is perfect Dana, congratulations!
durleybeachbum
Just amzing! So very abstract.
flavia49
marvelous colors and shots!!
tennesseecowgirl
All I remember about how we got into the Grand Canyon is we went through Flagstaff, from there I have no clue I was too busy just being in awe of everything. Great images Dana.
MrsRatbag
How beautiful! I'd love to see this place one day. Great shots!
sandra46
OUTSTANDING!
Sea_Dog
What an amazing place. Great shots, Dana.
goodoleboy
Stunning capture of the iridescent colors and striations in this excellent collage, Dana. The rock formation in the first shot looks like it's being warped and twisted, and love the warm orange glow in the bottom pic.
jocko500
wow this is super. i was in colo but each time the roads was close for the mountains as it was winter
whaleman
I've seen many typical photos from this canyon but I find your top two to be more interesting than most of them!
Lashia
Wow these are amazing shots! The lines run so smooth and perfect, nature is astounding. Beautiful collage- thanks for sharing! :)
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fallen21
Wow, amazing shots!
dakotabluemoon
This is really cool stuff would have loved to seen it all great work.
jendellas
The inside shot is amazing, what beautiful colours, great collage & info. xx
mariogiannecchini
Wonderful captures and descriptions, dear friend !
jmb007
belles photos!
dochtersions
Amazing depth and geological info. I love this stunning collage, also because of the colors and shapes on it.
emmecielle
Fantastic photos and interesting info! Thank you! :)
eekdog
love your collage dana, superb captures of arizona.
rainbows
Wonderful captures and place, dear Dana. It is like another world. Hugs for all day. Di. xx
Katraz
Great shot what a beautiful place.
MagikUnicorn
Impressive work of the water...then the wind and sand :) B E A U T Y