Upper Antelope Canyon

Travel | Upper Antelope Canyon

The Upper Antelope Canyon in Page, Arizona has been on my bucket list for quite some time.

Slot canyons are wildly incredible. The feeling of standing between the tall, narrow walls is unlike any other experience I have had in nature. Part of me felt the view I was taking in was an illusion. Walking with my hands grazing the walls, a reminder my surroundings were real.

To gain access to the Upper Antelope Canyon, you are required to obtain a permit and travel with a guided tour group. I chose the Adventurous Antelope Canyon Photo Tours. Since my visit was somewhat last minute, the only tour available the day I was in town did not allow tripods. I was a bit bummed to leave my tripod behind, since the slot canyon is quite dark and long exposures are ideal. Thankfully, I still managed to capture a few sharp handheld photographs.

If you find yourself in Page, Arizona or are planning to travel to the Arizona and Utah border, I highly recommend spending a day exploring slot canyons. Being at the bottom of these tall walls is a unique, stunning experience.