The way to Monument Valley, Utah, Arizona of the Western Movies

The Monument Valley is close to the so-called "Four Corners" area,  is a region of the Colorado Plateau known for its sandstone spires and towering red rock formations. The area is located in northeastern Arizona and southeastern Utah, and is part of the Colorado River and its tributaries. The landscape of Monument Valley is characterized by towering red rock monoliths, flat-topped mesas, and deep sandstone canyons. The area is sacred to many Native American tribes, and is home to the Navajo Nation. It is a popular destination for photography and sightseeing, and has been featured in many films and television shows. 

The Monument Valley Tribal Park is managed by the Navajo Nation Reservation. It is a bit far from any big city, and is therefore less visited by the usual itinerant traveler. If you are around that area on a tour or just passing through, do visit the amazing Monument Valley. You will not be disappointed.

We were driving around Arizona that year in March, and Monument Valley was high in the list of places we must see. Its a few hours drive from Page, and the road was amazing in its beauty. We came into the Monument Valley from south, from the Arizona side. The weather was nice, a bit on the chilly side, but filled with blue skies and abundant sunshine.

As we approached the Monument Valley late in the day, the first view of the thousand feet high buttes left us awestruck. That was just the beginning. The Valley turned out to be more than we had imagined.

"Bubba Gump" view of Monument Valley, Utah, Arizona

On the north end of Highway 163 that bisects Monument Valley, do not drive out without looking back. You must stop, and turn back. The reward is the famous "Bubba Gump" view of the Monument Valley, where Bubba Gump, on his long walk through the countryside, arrived at Monument Valley. The view is quite iconic, as it is stunning.

We played Bubba Gump in between cars that were passing by. There were not that many cars on this March evening, so we could safely pose with the iconic scenery.