Zion National Park

All this is the music of waters.

- John Wesley Powell, 1895

This was our fourth day in the mountains of West and we looked forward to the day with anticipation of more excitement and adventure.
Zion peaks are alive peaks of Utah, always changing with the movement of water. The tier of zion peaks are terraced and patterned wonderfully by nature. We can see the varied colors of nature here: green canyons, red cliffs and blue skies can stop you in your tracks. The park is home to mountain lions, elk, desert tortoise and several species.

We did the scenic tour drive from Zion Canyon Visitor center to Court of Patriarchs, the Big Bend and Temple of Sinawava.

We drove through the Zion Mount Carmel Tunnel. Built in 1920s, it connects Zion canyon to the east side of the park. 

 

True to its name, this is the natural sanctuary where you can let go of your weight and immerse in its wonderful glory. 

 

Grand Teton National Park

Tetons are timeless, elegant and proud. Whether you love to hike or enjoy a calm sunset , these mountains and the national park will inspire you. 

We visited the park in September, early Fall. Drove from Salt Lake City to Grand Teton National Park. It was a beautiful ride with landscape changing from flat land to rolling hills and finally to hills filled with pine trees. This region is abundant with wildlife. Bison's & Elk's welcome you on the way and if you are lucky you may find a Bear greeting you on the road.

This was part of our week long getaway in the mountains of the West. We flew into Utah from Houston and drove up to Grand Teton National Park. One of the unique features of this park is its  limited or no access to wireless signal. This gives you the opportunity to lose yourself in its memorable and striking mountains, lakes, rivers, valleys and skies. We spent time the afternoon at  Jenny Lake, had lunch at Signal Mountain Lodge (Greek yummy food) and lingered at the Jackson lake for the beautiful sunset behind the mountains.

Drove to Colter Bay Village and stayed there overnight in the cabins awaiting bear's knock at our door. May be we were too tired and missed the knock. Woke up early morning with chirping of birds. Had rejuvenating walk along lakeside with beautiful serene bright sun rays and cool breeze.A nice warm breakfast at the Colter Bay Ranch House Restaurant and we were ready to burn the road to Yellowstone National Park.