Canyon Wilderness of the Southwest, Mini Edition

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Straddling the borders of Utah, Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico lies the magnificent Colorado Plateau, a high, eroded tableland of rock, canyon, and desert. Covering over 130,000 square miles, it boasts the greatest concentration of National Parks, Monuments, State Parks, Wilderness areas, BLM holdings, and Native American tribal lands in America. This mini edition of the oversized Canyon Wilderness of the Southwest offers an awe-inspiring visual journey through this incredible landscape. Beautifully photographed by Jon Ortner, the book features over two hundred images, including seventy-five panoramas, captured in more than fifty locations across the vast region. It highlights thirteen geographical areas, such as Vermillion Cliffs Wilderness, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, and the Grand Canyon National Park, among others. From the majestic canyons to the vibrant colors of the Grand Staircase and Vermillion Cliffs, Ortner presents a unique vision of this wilderness, showcasing one of America's greatest natural treasures. This remarkable collection of geological diversity and stunning beauty draws millions of tourists each year. It includes extensive captions by the photographer and an introduction by Greer K. Chesher.