I don't care two hoots about civilization. I want to wander in the wild.
Jane Goodall
Many years ago, we discovered just by chance a very interesting state park in Nevada, Cathedral Gorge. We had come back several times and when we left for our Southwest trip last December we made sure to stop here again. It was just a small detour on our way from Ely to Bryce Canyon.
However, this was the first time that we arrived along Highway 93 from Ely (usually we visited on our way home from Utah) and we stopped at the overlook. Never before had we seen Cathedral Gorge from above. It was worth the stop.
The walls reminded us of Bryce Canyon, even though they aren't quite as dramatic.
Of course the Geek had to take a selfie of us - my contribution to Nicole's Friday Face Off.
Then we went into the long valley. Here is where the real drama can be found. The sheer cliffs from the valley floor.
We didn't stop here, just watching these enourmous walls of betonite clay. We ventured inside - where it was quite chilly, as you would expect.
We felt very snall within these walls - well, we ARE small!
Some of these "chambers" and walkways are very narrow and I sometimes wondered whether I will get out again without getting stuck. Since you're reading this, you know that I made it out safely.
Take a look up!
Time to get out again.
The texture of the clay was interesting and looked different in other places. This was the only decent photo I was able to take of it.
I very much liked this "sculpture" outside.
Of course I wasn't happy with just one photo of it. I had to play around.
We were glad that we had visited this beautiful place again. We do enjoy exploring places off the beaten path when we have the beauty almost to ourselves (there were only two other families visiting besides us).
Dr. Jane Goodall
UN Messenger of Peace and world-renowned ethologist,
conservationist, and humanitarian
April 3, 1934 - October 1, 2025
16 comments:
Dear Carola, thank you for mentioning the passing of Jane Goodall! She will definitely be missed. She did so much during her lifetime for conservation, animals and the environment. May she rest in peace.
Your photos are absolutely stunning! Thank you so much for sharing.
Wunderschöne Landschaft! Und glückliche Gesichter, danke für das Lächeln! Sehr beeindruckend, auch und besonders der Blick in den Himmel.
Gestern kam Goodalls letztes Interview in Deutschland bei der Doku-Serie (naja... sowas in der Art) -sie war ja geistig topfit bis zum Ende - bewundernswert.
These rugged western landscapes leave an indelible impression on all who visit them. Think how daunting they must have been to settlers faced with crossing such hostile terrain. Thank you also for the tribute to Jane Goodall, the very best of what humans can be. Many hugs - David
The clay is certainly interesting. And wow, the texture of it is fascinating
...Carola, amazing images of an beautiful place! Jane Goodall lived a long and meaningful life, she will be remembered.
I need to explore Nevada more I think. Of course NOT in the summer :). Cathedral Gorge looks spectacular and very beautiful. I like those photos of you and the Geek in the canyon. Is he much taller than you? It looks that way in the selfie. And I'm sad about Jane Goodall. She was one amazing lady. Have a wonderful weekend. hugs-Erika
Ohhh, I have old photos somewhere of the place. I've been there several times. It is a beauty uncompared. I like the selfie! Thank you for sharing such beauty with FFO and have a very nice weekend.
What a stunning place to be in awe of nature. Sad to see the passing of Jane Goodall. The world needs more people like her. B x
oh WOW oh my goodness! First the photo of the both of you is super cute. :) I can't believe how Beautiful Cathedral Gorge is! stunning! Thank you for sharing all these beautiful photos and your experience with us. May Jane Goodall RIP. She was an inspirational woman! Have a wonderful October.
wow! what a place to be in and awesome photos ~ thanks, and hugs ~ Am reading a book about Jane Goodall ~ she was quite the woman ~
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Stunning photos. Jane Goodall RIP.
Such rugged beauty -- great photos! Love that picture of Jane Goodall and friend too.
What an interesting formation of rocks.
This does look a lot like Bryce but with a more muted coloring. Love that photo of Goodall. I'd not seen that one.
Wow! You took some spectacular pictures of Cathedral Gorge, a dessert area that I was not familiar with. That's a sweet picture of you two, and the post a great way to remember Jane Goodall's love of nature. Visiting via FFO. Blessings!
Maravillosas fotos Carola, me ha encantado verlas. Besos.
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