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Hiking Angels Landing to Observation Point is one of the 2 iconic hikes in Zion National Park (The other being The Narrows). Angels Landing is not for the faint of heart, though, as the narrow trail has a steep drop off – with no guard rails – for much of it’s climb. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 3/29/16.
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Sunset At Zion
The Narrows
The Virgin River flows through the winter stillness of Zion National Park in Utah. Frost clings to the trees and snow covers the ground in this gorgeous scene. The high altitude and the deep shadows in the canyons can keep temperatures low, but for those willing to endure, incredible beauty is the reward. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 1/25/16.
The Northern Lights and snow in Denali National Park. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 1/28/16.
Waterfall on the coast of Alaska’s Tagana Island. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 12/11/15.
The aurora borealis over Denali National Park. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 12/12/15.
No place on earth combines a deep blue lake, cliffs & islands like Crater Lake National Park. Photo by Vince Warren. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 12/13/15.
Mount Rainier National Park in Washington has some of the most breathtaking views in the Pacific Northwest. Photo by Erynn Allen. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 12/15/15.
An early winter storm coats Utah’s Zion National Park. Photo by RJ Hoope. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 12/14/15.
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Take A Moment & Enjoy The Views
Take A Moment & Enjoy The Views, Part 2
Fall color in Virginia’s Shenandoah National Park. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 10/19/15.
Quaking aspens provide beautiful scenery and a rich habitat for wildlife. Aspen, the most widely distributed tree in North America, are one of the few deciduous trees hearty enough to survive in a harsh environment of Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado. One of the most striking characteristics of the aspen is the beautiful splashes of fall color it adds to the mountainsides. This magical color change starts in early September and can last into October. Photo courtesy of Jacob W. Frank. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 10/22/15.
Mt. Moran, 12605′, 4th highest peak in the Teton Range, Grand Teton National Park, WY. The Skillet Glacier descends on the east face, seen here, with aspens in autumn in the foreground, as storm clouds gather in the distance. Grand Teton National Park is a must-see in the fall! Aspen tree leaves blaze mostly yellow and orange (and occasionally red) shades during autumn, creating a dramatic contrasting with the towering Teton Range in the background. Photo courtesy of Ed Cooper. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 10/17/15.
Zion National Parks The Narrows, in fall color. Photo by Evan Kokoska. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 10/20/15.
The view from Angels Landing in Utah’s Zion National Park is truly incredible. Picture by Brock Slinger. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 10/8/15.
Washington’s Cascades National Park. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 10/15/15.
Settlers on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula tried for decades to tame the land. It was logged, burned, drained and farmed, but in the end, nature beat them all back. A peace was found in 1935 when Seney National Wildlife Refuge was established. Now, over 95,000 acres provide habitats to migratory birds and other wildlife. Visitors can explore on foot, bikes, and by kayak, spotting birds and taking incredible pictures like this one. Photo by Dawn Kopp. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 10/14/15.
Just 12 miles west of Las Vegas, the colorful, bare sandstone of the aptly named Rainbow Mountain Wilderness emerges from the valley floor – standing guard over the surrounding pinyon-juniper forest and Mojave Desert scrub below. Its sheer, towering red and white cliffs are cut by rugged, narrow, twisting canyons lined with willow, ash and hackberry trees. With wispy clouds pouring over the mountains, it is quite a view. Photo by Bob Wick. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 10/20/15.
Zion National Park is known for great hiking and incredible views. Gazing up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky, sometimes it’s hard for visitors to stay on the trails. Everywhere you look, there’s something beautiful to see and as the light and weather changes, so does the scenery. On a day after a desert rain storm left puddles in the park’s lower areas, Ian Barin used the opportunity and some ingenuity to capture this amazing shot. Photo courtesy of Ian Barin. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 9/21/15.
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Sunset At Zion
The Narrows
Here is an adorable Mexican Spotted owlet found at Zion National Park in Utah. Zion is critical habitat for the Mexican spotted owl, a species classified as threatened on the federal level. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 9/4/15.
One of the most popular backcountry hikes in Zion National Park, The Subway is not to be missed. This unique slot canyon was sculpted by the Left Fork of North Creek, and moving water chisels the rock floor, leaving behind shallow potholes. This amazing photo by Tiffany Nguyen captures the size and scale of The Subway. To explore The Subway, visitors must get permits, and it’s subjected to daily limits. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 7/29/15.
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Sunset At Zion
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At more than 14,000 feet, Mount Rainier stands as an icon in the Washington landscape, while the wildflower meadows and forests that ring the peak offers visitors a great place to explore. This beautiful shot of Mount Rainier – showing a sunset reflection in a lake – was taken from the north side of the peak along the Moraine Park Trail. Photo by Ed Cooper. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 6/5/15.
Utah’s Zion National Park. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 6/5/15.
Lake Clark National Park in Alaska. This photo of Tanalian Falls with the snow-capped mountains in the background was taken in May 2015. Photo courtesy of Tom Tessier. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 6/7/15.
Grand Teton National Park. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 6/9/15.
A foggy Zion National Park. Photo by Jay Wanta. Tweeted by the US Department of the Interior, 4/23/15.
