ZION THE SUBLIME

THREE DAYS IN THE KOLOB:

La Verkin Creek Trail (Zion National Park) -- © 2004 Joe Braun Photography

Starting at Lee Pass, we hike down the La Verkin Creek Trail for three days of backpacking.

La Verkin Creek Trail (Zion National Park) -- © 2004 Joe Braun Photography

Nice still life with the leaves and flowers glowing bright yellow.

La Verkin Creek Trail (Zion National Park) -- © 2004 Joe Braun Photography

La Verkin Creek -- This little pool is the perfect place to relax and play in the water!

Kolob Arch (Zion National Park) -- © 2004 Joe Braun Photography

Hiking up the short overgrown spur trail to the Kolob Arch.

Kolob Arch (Zion National Park) -- © 2004 Joe Braun Photography

Looking up at the impressive Kolob Arch -- one of the largest freestanding arches in North America.
This is the area's main attraction.

La Verkin Creek Trail (Zion National Park) -- © 2004 Joe Braun Photography

Our lovely campsite in the tall narrow section of La Verkin Creek.