Antelope Canyon, Arizona

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Antelope Canyon is a slot canyon in Arizona, on Navajo land east of Page, Arizona. It includes two separate sections called Upper Antelope Canyon and Lower Antelope Canyon. The canyon is referred to as "a photographer's dream".





Antelope Canyon was created because of millions of years of water erosion. Once pronghorn antelope resided in the region. The canyon lies within the LeChee Chapter of the Navajo Nation and tourists come near and far to see it. The walls of the canyon climb 120 feet above the stream bed, making it a cathedral of red-colored, swirling sandstone.





Guided tours are required to visit the canyon. Guides provide information on the history, geology, and culture of the Antelope Canyon area. The famous light beams are not always visible but can best be seen during the summer. The best time to go is between late March and Early October.





Antelope Canyon may be one of the most popular tourist destination in the area. It is practically invisible from the outside, but once entering its opening in the desert stone, a deep winding corridor will lead you through several large sandstone "rooms" with soft sandy floors. The undulation of the walls is what allows for the world-famous light shafts to filter through to the bottom of the canyon.





A photo of Antelope Canyon taken by a photographer is considered to be the most expensive photo ever sold. If you are planning a trip to Page, Arizona to see Antelope Canyon, you might as well visit Colorado River's famous Horseshoe Bend, as well as Tower Butte and Rainbow Bridge. Tower Butte and Rainbow Ridge are massive desert rock formations.





I hope you enjoyed the tour!

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