THE EAST TEMPLE LOOP 
East Temple Loop photo (Zion National Park) -- © 2005 Joe Braun Photography

The wondrous viewpoint at the end of the Canyon Overlook Trail.

East Temple Loop photo (Zion National Park) -- © 2005 Joe Braun Photography

From the viewpoint, we look north up at our goal: the saddle just east (right) of the majestic East Temple.

East Temple Loop photo (Zion National Park) -- © 2005 Joe Braun Photography

Rock-scrambling up almost 1000 vertical feet. Whose dumb idea was this?

East Temple Loop photo (Zion National Park) -- © 2005 Joe Braun Photography

Look at this room filled with fabulous prizes just waiting to be won!

East Temple Loop photo (Zion National Park) -- © 2005 Joe Braun Photography

I'm a sucker for "deadwood still life" shots!

East Temple Loop photo (Zion National Park) -- © 2005 Joe Braun Photography

Standing on the saddle -- the East Temple looks quite different from this angle.

East Templ eLoop photo (Zion National Park) -- © 2005 Joe Braun Photography

What a perfect spot for a lunch break to take in the view!