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Kodachrome Basin Park, Utah (View Photos):
For anyone visiting the wonders of southern Utah, a dilemma occurs when deciding on which of the many beautiful places to explore in a limited amount of time. Kodachrome Basin State Park is a 4000 acre jewel nestled in the heart of Utah's brilliant red rock canyon wilderness that should be placed on everyone's list of must-see locales. Bryce Canyon National Park and the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument are nearby.
The sandstone formations of Kodachrome Basin are painted in a bright spectrum of colors, typical of this outstanding high-desert southwestern region. Most striking of all perhaps are the 60-70 monolithic spires known as chimneys that spring up from the valley floor. They can be spotted from the main road and along various hiking trails. Overall, this is a very pleasant and endearing park that offers a quiet desert experience with spirit-soothing geology in a range of vivid colors.
Recommended Day Hikes:
Panorama Trail
Round Trip Length: 3.0 miles
Trailhead location: From Bryce Canyon National Park drive east for a few miles on Utah 12 until you reach the town of
Cannonville where you will turn right onto Cottonwood Canyon Rd. Drive 7 miles to the park's entrance. The
trailhead is located directly off the park road
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Attractions: This quiet hike makes a loop through a basin containing unique desert beauty, including colorful cliffs and dozens
of freestanding rock spires or chimneys
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Rock Chimney along the Panorama Trail, Kodachrome Basin State Park, (October 2010)
Rock Chimney along the Panorama Trail, Kodachrome Basin State Park, (October 2010)
Rock Chimney along the Panorama Trail, Kodachrome Basin State Park, (October 2010)
Sandstone fin along the Panorama Trail, Kodachrome Basin State Park, (October 2010)
Panorama Trail, Kodachrome Basin State Park, (March 2004)
Sunset, Kodachrome Basin State Park, (October 2010)
Rock Chimney along the Panorama Trail, Kodachrome Basin State Park, (October 2010)
Sunset, Kodachrome Basin State Park, (October 2010)
