Cathedral Rock - John Day Fossil Beds National Monument — photo spot in Kimberly, OR 97848, USA
Cathedral Rock - John Day Fossil Beds National Monument
Jagged volcanic spires and layered badland cliffs at Cathedral Rock make for dramatic desert-landscape images—striking textures, banded colors and wide horizons. Visit at sunrise or sunset for warm side-light and long shadows; spring and fall offer mild temperatures and blooming sage. Short but uneven trail from a small roadside parking area; bring water, sun protection and sturdy shoes. No gate fee for dispersed units, but services are minimal—plan for a self-sufficient shoot.
Cathedral Rock - John Day Fossil Beds National Monument
Jagged volcanic spires and layered badland cliffs at Cathedral Rock make for dramatic desert-landscape images—striking textures, banded colors and wide horizons. Visit at sunrise or sunset for warm side-light and long shadows; spring and fall offer mild temperatures and blooming sage. Short but uneven trail from a small roadside parking area; bring water, sun protection and sturdy shoes. No gate fee for dispersed units, but services are minimal—plan for a self-sufficient shoot.