Panoramic View Across Crystal Forest
A sweeping panoramic view captures the vast expanse of Crystal Forest in Arizona's Petrified Forest National Park. Ancient petrified logs rest across the desert floor while rolling hills, colorful badlands, and an endless Southwestern sky stretch toward the horizon. This wide-angle perspective showcases the immense scale of one of the world's richest petrified wood deposits, where a prehistoric forest that flourished more than 200 million years ago has been transformed into a remarkable geological landscape. The scene highlights the quiet beauty, open spaces, and timeless character that define this extraordinary national park.
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Photographer
James Engel
Date & Time
Sunday, March 29th, 2026 at 11:07 AM America/Phoenix
Focal Length
24mm
Shutter Speed
1/1250 sec
Aperture
ƒ/11
ISO
400
Keywords
Crystal Forest, Desert Landscape, Fossil, Landscapes & Nature, Painted Desert, Panorama, Petrified Forest National Park, Petrified Wood, Photography Techniques, Rock, Scenic Vista, Texture
Camera
Nikon D850
Approximate Map Location
Latitude: 34.887791
Longitude: -109.806976
Altitude: 1,668.0 meters / 5,472.4 feet
Longitude: -109.806976
Altitude: 1,668.0 meters / 5,472.4 feet