23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Where Stone Goblins Stand Guard
In Goblin Valley, sandstone hoodoos rise like a gathering of ancient guardians. Under the warm desert sun, each figure casts a long shadow across the valley floor, creating a landscape that feels both mythical and timeless.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 04.2023 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Green River, Utah, United States of America |
| Camera: | NIKON D780 |
| Copyright: | © HI LEE |