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The ultimate adventure guide
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
The sun illuminates a morning camp at City of Rocks.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
The cave at camp 15 provides a sheltered picnic table area.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
Morning stretches are better with a spectacular view.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
Waking up in City of Rocks is a spectacular sight from any campsite.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
A visitor takes in a spectacular morning sun display as it's orange rays burst through the clouds.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
Beautiful cloud formations on an early morning in the park.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
Bath Rock sits high over the valley floor at the park.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
An early afternoon view into the valley at City of Rocks.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
Sharp granite spires stand tall all across the valley.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
Sage and low brush provide little shade but allow for spectacular viewpoints.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
Even the vaulted toilet facilities are picturesque against the bouldery backdrop.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
A smaller rock formation catches early morning rays, heating the rock throughout the day.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
Low brush clings to cracks in the rock.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
Silhoutted figures pop up on the tops of monolithic formations around the valley.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
A kite enthusiast enjoys the winds at the reserve.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
Campfires illuminate the adjacent boulders with a fiery glow at night.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
The formations provide a relaxing and calming view.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
Small cities of campers are visible from high points in the park.
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
Unidentified cactus (help us identify it by providing feedback).
Andrew Stohner
Photo Date:
08/31/2013
Climbers flock to the sheer rock opportunities.
Kat Dierickx
Photo Date:
08/10/2015
Watching the sunset over City of Rocks.
Kat Dierickx
Photo Date:
08/10/2015
Milky Way over City of Rocks.
Kat Dierickx
Photo Date:
08/10/2015
City of Rocks is a great place for stargazing if the sky is clear.
Kat Dierickx
Photo Date:
08/10/2015
Beautiful sunrise!
Kat Dierickx
Photo Date:
08/10/2015
Sunrise over City of Rocks.
Kat Dierickx
Photo Date:
08/10/2015
Campsite #43 has great views on the rocks behind.
Kat Dierickx
Photo Date:
08/10/2015
Morning over City of Rocks.
Kat Dierickx
Photo Date:
08/10/2015
City of Rocks.