This is the classic Monument Valley view -- conveniently located at "The View"

This is a great spot to shoot the sunrise, as it rises behind the buttes. Sunset will be behind you, and unless its the mitten shadow, I prefer sunrise.

Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park is located on the Navajo Nation Reservation, along the state line of southeast Utah and northeast Arizona. The park is a three hour drive from Moab, a little under one hour from Bluff and about 5 hours from Phoenix. Check ahead for current conditions and entrance fees.

• Fees: $8 per person per day. Children 7 and under are free. 

• Visitor Center hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., year-round. 

• Scenic Drive summer hours: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Last vehicles are permitted onto the drive at 6 p.m. and must depart it by 8 p.m.

• Closed during all major holidays in accordance with the Navajo Nation: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

• Permits are required for backcountry hiking, camping, filming and various special uses such as weddings. Visit the park’s website for more information on current fees and permits.

• GPS coordinates of park visitor center: 37.002449, -110.172615