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Valley of the Gods: Monument Valley without the crowds
The dirt road through Valley of the Gods, a route of about 25 kilometers, is also one of the most beautiful routes we drove during this trip.
The road winds between monumental rock formations and constantly offers new views.
The route to Valley of the Gods in itself is beautiful
Even the route to the park is an experience in itself. Presumably it had rained shortly before, because the vegetation along the road turned an exceptionally fresh and intense green.
This photo has not been edited or updated; the colors were really so vivid.
The contrast between the bright green, the purple-colored rocks and the vast surroundings created an almost unreal beautiful landscape.
The dirt road through the park
In the valley itself, a rock formation looms that seems to dominate the landscape like a silent guardian.
The sculpture is reminiscent of the sphinxes of Egypt, as if here too a stone figure guards the entrance to an ancient, almost mythical landscape.
The landscape is spectacular, but what stays with you most is the tranquility.
At times, you feel like you’ve driven into a hidden version of the American West, a place that hasn’t yet been discovered.
As if a group of cowboys could appear from behind the rocks at any moment, with a stagecoach behind them.
It’s not a simple dirt road.
Some washes are quite deep and after rain conditions can change quickly.
RVs are strongly discouraged here and I understand very well why, but with a normal passenger car it works.
A 4×4 is even better. Because you don’t have to count on much help here. We hardly came across a car here.
Wherever you look, you will be surrounded by impressive views.
Our trip was not only about nature. Along the way we also experienced other special moments. Check out our sidequests. Read more about this in our next story.
Emma