ZION THE MAJESTIC
Misery Canyon (Zion National Park) -- © 2006 Joe Braun Photography

The final cascades near the end of Misery -- like a beautiful little Zen garden.

Misery Canyon (Zion National Park) -- © 2006 Joe Braun Photography

Happy hiking Joe hangs out in the lovely grotto section!

Parunuweap Canyon (Zion National Park) -- © 2006 Joe Braun Photography

The beautiful and isolated "Barracks" section of Parunuweap Canyon. Few people visit here
because it takes a lot of work to get in and out!

Parunuweap Canyon (Zion National Park) -- © 2006 Joe Braun Photography

Time to pose for a photo in the wonderfully refreshing water!

Parunuweap Canyon (Zion National Park) -- © 2006 Joe Braun Photography

Another beautiful turn in the East Fork of the Virgin River!

Parunuweap Canyon (Zion National Park) -- © 2006 Joe Braun Photography

Adventure Jeep drives past the infamous Powell Plaque.

Parunuweap Canyon (Zion National Park) -- © 2006 Joe Braun Photography

Hiking up and out the "Checkerboard Mesa Escape Route" -- four miles of beautiful uphill slog.

Parunuweap Canyon (Zion National Park) -- © 2006 Joe Braun Photography

The late afternoon sun hits the amazing slickrock formations.