"Valley of the Gods - Goosenecks - Monument Valley" Goosenecks State Park by frank_delargy

Goosenecks State Park Travel Guide: 16 reviews and 35 photos

Valley of the Gods

Definitely worth the 17 mile trip We passed 2 cars going the opposite direction.. One on a blind curve / blind hill combination!
Large (scrollable) version of the picture at
http://delargy.com/2004_7_Trip/valley%20of%20the%20gods%20panorama.htm
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Goosenecks

Goosenecks SP

You just can't believe how big a hole you just drove up to.. A million years of the river cutting straight down. Fortunately, it was a meandering river when the ground started rising, so we get to see a wonderful sight.
Larger scrollable version of picture at
http://delargy.com/2004_7_Trip/gooseneck panorama.htm

Definitely worth a click.

Monument Valley

Monument Valley from the Visitors Center

Another 17 mile drive.. Go at sunset. We were lucky enough to have a full moon rising, but unlucky enough to only see a few minutes of it before the clouds obscured it. You must go here!
more pix
http://delargy.com/2004_7_Trip/week1pix.htm
I have added a Monument Valley VT page
http://www.virtualtourist.com/m/7ef99/d7916/

Pros and Cons

Pros:Easy to get to, if you are in the area. Grand Canyon without the crowds.
Cons:Vertigo :)
In a nutshell:No crowds, awesome scenery, breathtaking panorama and lots of sunshine.

Last visit to Goosenecks State Park: Aug 2004
Intro Updated Nov 22, 2004
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Reviews (6)

A wonderful view from the rim Things to Do (1)

You take a short drive from the main road, maybe 2 miles and when the road stops, you get out the car and look down at... more travel advice

Indian Jewelry .. Made in China Tourist Traps (1)

A very small amount of the jewelry that the Navaho & Ute Indians 'booths' located at the tourists spots sell is actually... more travel advice

Valley of the Gods 17 mile road - Goosenecks State Park

Valley of the Gods road Off The Beaten Path (1)

Goosenecks is off the beaten path for most folks, but the road through the Valley of the Gods is even less traveled and... more travel advice

View from the rim Favorites (1)

The view! The ravens flying out from the rim, catching the updraft and soaring up. more travel advice

Restaurants (2)
See All Gouldings has a restaurant

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Comments (2)

JetlagCity Mar 18, 2005 at 2:16 PM Report Abuse

What a treat to find a place like Valley of the Gods and have it mostly to yourself!
travelgirl3 Nov 22, 2004 at 9:09 AM Report Abuse

Hi Frank, Thanks for visiting my Toronto page - I love the CNE too! I really enjoyed your Gooseneck photos & tips. I had never heard of Gooseneck before, I guess it is overshadowed by Monument Valley. Great spot for the 'road less travelled' visitor!