Photograph the Jenny’s Canyon Slot
A very short, accessible walk into a narrow, sculpted slot canyon that provides a perfect introduction to desert geology for kids.
Itinerary tips
- 1Park in the designated lot along Snow Canyon Drive, located just past the Sand Dunes parking area.
- 2Allocate approximately 30 to 45 minutes to complete the easy 0.5-mile round-trip walk and photography session.
- 3Carry a wide-angle lens to capture the towering vertical walls within the tight, sculpted canyon sections.
- 4Ensure you have a valid Snow Canyon State Park pass or be prepared to pay the daily vehicle entrance fee at the gate.
- 5Bring a small brush or air blower to clean red sand off your camera equipment after exiting the slot.
- 6Check the official park website for seasonal closures, as the trail typically shuts down from March 15 to June 1 each year for nesting raptors.
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