Monument Valley Photo Journal

A southwest road trip is not complete without going to Monument Valley – a place that John Wayne made famous in his western movies. I had to go! And it became one of the highlights of this trip. I hope you enjoy the memories that I captured below.

I arrived in the afternoon and drove the dirt road through the valley.

Arriving in the afternoon, I drove the dirt road through the valley.

Although bumpy at times, the views along the road were amazing.

Although bumpy at times, the views were amazing.

You can stop to take a selfie roaming in the deserted wild west!

You can stop to take a selfie roaming in the wild west!

A picture is worth a thousand words ... I couldn't believe this is where I called my backyard for the night.

A picture is worth a thousand words … I couldn’t believe this is where I called my backyard for the night.

Good thing about camping is that you don't need to walk far to get a good sunrise shot in the morning.

Good thing about camping here is that you do not need to walk far to get a good sunrise shot.

And of course, I HAD to get my classic photo down this road (happy to say that I wasn't the only one blocking traffic)

Once awake, I HAD to get my classic photo down this road (happy to say that I wasn’t the only one blocking traffic).

Seeing the "monuments" up close and personal on this nicely maintained trail.

Seeing the monuments up close and personal on this well maintained trail.

One of my favorite shots on this hike.

One of my favorite shots from this trail.

My stomach was in for a treat after the stroll by filling up on traditional Navajo soup.

My stomach was in for a treat after the stroll by filling up with traditional Navajo soup. My travel companion was very envious.

Next morning, I was reluctant to leave this backyard.

Next morning, I was reluctant to leave this backyard.

These photos were only a small fraction of the experience. I sincerely hope you get to capture your own memories here!

Until next time Monument Valley!

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