Landscape Zabriskie Point, Closed

Zabriskie Point, Closed · **2 Likes**

Starting October 1, 2014 through March 31, 2015, all access to Zabriskie Point and surrounding area will be closed for major rehabilitation work to repair unstable support walls and improve conditions. CA Hwy 190 will remain open to through traffic

This is one of the favorite locations for photos in Death Valley, here are a few just in case you visit and can't view.

SpecialK · 09-23-2014, 07:58 PM

That is bad news for people planning a vacation in Death Valley. However, there is a lot more to see there. It is really a large area. I never even got close to Scottie's Castle to the north.

Nice graphic look to those shots, Bob.

**Clarkey** · 09-23-2014, 08:12 PM

Lovely shots, sir.
The second and third almost look like the backs of large animals.

**volley** · 09-23-2014, 08:51 PM

Awesome shots Bob!

willskywalker93 · 09-23-2014, 10:00 PM

Gee, thanks. You just added another line to the ol' bucket list.

Seriously though, these are great!

**Bob Harris** · 09-24-2014, 07:07 AM

Originally posted by SpecialK

That is bad news for people planning a vacation in Death Valley. However, there is a lot more to see there. It is really a large area. I never even got close to Scottie's Castle to the north.

Nice graphic look to those shots, Bob.

It is a major stop for the tour busses coming in from Nevada and a very special place to view Kyle, they should of done the work during the summer.

---------- Post added 09-24-14 at 07:08 AM ----------

Originally posted by Clarkey

Lovely shots, sir.
The second and third almost look like the backs of large animals.

I've always thought what a great area to be able to photograph if covered in snow, but that doesn't happen too often. thanks for the kind words.

zztopd · 09-24-2014, 07:33 AM

Oh! It's fantastic views, Bob!
I first saw Zabriskie Point in the Michelangelo Antonioni film.

You Tube

And it was Pink Floyd's soundtrack to the film.

You Tube

Mike L · 09-24-2014, 04:39 PM

Originally posted by Bob Harris

Starting October 1, 2014 through March 31, 2015, all access to Zabriskie Point and surrounding area will be closed for major rehabilitation work to repair unstable support walls and improve conditions. CA Hwy 190 will remain open to through traffic

This is one of the favorite locations for photos in Death Valley, here are a few just in case you visit and can't view.

Any idea how long access will be closed? Will it be re-opened by late June next year?

**baro-nite** · 09-24-2014, 05:46 PM

Originally posted by Mike L

Will it be re-opened by late June next year?

"through March 31, 2015", so you should be fine.

Note that it's an excellent walk to the Point from Golden Canyon, so even when the parking lot up top is off limits I expect you can still get there, or near enough.

Great shots, Bob -- I hope I can get back to DV soon. Are these recent? I'm curious about smoke from all the wildfires.

normhead · 09-24-2014, 05:46 PM

Great shooting Bob, you've brought those colours up so we can see what it's all about.

**Bob Harris** · 09-24-2014, 05:59 PM

Originally posted by baro-nite

"through March 31, 2015", so you should be fine.

Note that it's an excellent walk to the Point from Golden Canyon, so even when the parking lot up top is off limits I expect you can still get there, or near enough.

Great shots, Bob -- I hope I can get back to DV soon. Are these recent? I'm curious about smoke from all the wildfires.

smoke hasn't bothered us this far south Jeff, you brought up a good point as far as access from Golden Canyon. Only the parking lot and as you walk up to the observation points and paths will be affected. Hiking up the canyon will give you plenty of excellent views but you have to walk a bit and it can be a bit tough for us old guys. We are currently back in Pahrump, Nevada.

---------- Post added 09-24-14 at 06:02 PM ----------

Originally posted by volley

Awesome shots Bob!

thanks so much Norbert, hope you have enjoyed your USA visit.

---------- Post added 09-24-14 at 06:14 PM ----------

Originally posted by willskywalker93

Gee, thanks. You just added another line to the ol' bucket list.

Seriously though, these are great!

make sure and allow plenty of time when visiting, at least a couple of days, the park is quite large and there are many other sights to see in the area. Glad you enjoyed the views from the park.

**Bob Harris** · 09-24-2014, 11:35 PM

Originally posted by zztopd

Oh! It's fantastic views, Bob!
I first saw Zabriskie Point in the Michelangelo Antonioni film.
Trailer for Zabriskie Point - YouTube

And it was Pink Floyd's soundtrack to the film.

Zabriskie Point Explosion /(come in number 51, your time is up) Pink Floyd's 1969-70 - YouTube

ZZ, I had forgotten about the movie and soundtrack, really enjoyed viewing and hearing it so many years ago. Thanks for bringing back the memories. Pink Floyd is bringing out a new album next month I believe it is.

---------- Post added 09-24-14 at 11:36 PM ----------

Originally posted by normhead

Great shooting Bob, you've brought those colours up so we can see what it's all about.

thanks Norm, a great place to visit if you ever get in the area.

daacon · 09-25-2014, 05:03 AM

Very cool it's an alien landscape for sure.

**Sailor** · 09-25-2014, 05:49 AM

These are terrific, buddy. The textures and tonal variations are something else. Great stuff, brother Bob.

Jer

**Bob Harris** · 09-30-2014, 07:58 AM

Originally posted by daacon

Very cool it's an alien landscape for sure.

you'll have to make a drive out there next time in Vegas, really worth the trip Dave with easy access.

---------- Post added 09-30-14 at 08:00 AM ----------

Originally posted by Sailor

These are terrific, buddy. The textures and tonal variations are something else. Great stuff, brother Bob.

Jer

hey thanks bud, we try to go into Death Valley at least once a year, really a great place to explore. You'd love it here, not summer though.

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09-23-2014, 07:58 PM	#2
SpecialK Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So California Photos: Gallery Posts: 16,481	That is bad news for people planning a vacation in Death Valley. However, there is a lot more to see there. It is really a large area. I never even got close to Scottie's Castle to the north. Nice graphic look to those shots, Bob.

09-23-2014, 08:12 PM	#3
Clarkey Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Brampton, ON, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,456	Lovely shots, sir. The second and third almost look like the backs of large animals.

09-23-2014, 08:51 PM	#4
volley Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Springe Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,693	Awesome shots Bob!

09-23-2014, 10:00 PM	#5
willskywalker93 Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Posts: 407	Gee, thanks. You just added another line to the ol' bucket list. Seriously though, these are great!

09-24-2014, 07:07 AM	#6
Bob Harris Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Canon City, Colorado Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 18,477 Original Poster	Originally posted by SpecialK That is bad news for people planning a vacation in Death Valley. However, there is a lot more to see there. It is really a large area. I never even got close to Scottie's Castle to the north. Nice graphic look to those shots, Bob. It is a major stop for the tour busses coming in from Nevada and a very special place to view Kyle, they should of done the work during the summer. ---------- Post added 09-24-14 at 07:08 AM ---------- Originally posted by Clarkey Lovely shots, sir. The second and third almost look like the backs of large animals. I've always thought what a great area to be able to photograph if covered in snow, but that doesn't happen too often. thanks for the kind words.

09-24-2014, 04:39 PM	#8
Mike L Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Canberra, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,472	Originally posted by Bob Harris Starting October 1, 2014 through March 31, 2015, all access to Zabriskie Point and surrounding area will be closed for major rehabilitation work to repair unstable support walls and improve conditions. CA Hwy 190 will remain open to through traffic This is one of the favorite locations for photos in Death Valley, here are a few just in case you visit and can't view. Any idea how long access will be closed? Will it be re-opened by late June next year?

09-24-2014, 05:46 PM	#9
baro-nite Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: North Carolina, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,294	Originally posted by Mike L Will it be re-opened by late June next year? "through March 31, 2015", so you should be fine. Note that it's an excellent walk to the Point from Golden Canyon, so even when the parking lot up top is off limits I expect you can still get there, or near enough. Great shots, Bob -- I hope I can get back to DV soon. Are these recent? I'm curious about smoke from all the wildfires.

09-24-2014, 05:46 PM	#10
normhead Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Near Algonquin Park Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 40,451	Great shooting Bob, you've brought those colours up so we can see what it's all about.

09-24-2014, 05:59 PM	#11
Bob Harris Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Canon City, Colorado Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 18,477 Original Poster	Originally posted by baro-nite "through March 31, 2015", so you should be fine. Note that it's an excellent walk to the Point from Golden Canyon, so even when the parking lot up top is off limits I expect you can still get there, or near enough. Great shots, Bob -- I hope I can get back to DV soon. Are these recent? I'm curious about smoke from all the wildfires. smoke hasn't bothered us this far south Jeff, you brought up a good point as far as access from Golden Canyon. Only the parking lot and as you walk up to the observation points and paths will be affected. Hiking up the canyon will give you plenty of excellent views but you have to walk a bit and it can be a bit tough for us old guys. We are currently back in Pahrump, Nevada. ---------- Post added 09-24-14 at 06:02 PM ---------- Originally posted by volley Awesome shots Bob! thanks so much Norbert, hope you have enjoyed your USA visit. ---------- Post added 09-24-14 at 06:14 PM ---------- Originally posted by willskywalker93 Gee, thanks. You just added another line to the ol' bucket list. Seriously though, these are great! make sure and allow plenty of time when visiting, at least a couple of days, the park is quite large and there are many other sights to see in the area. Glad you enjoyed the views from the park.

09-24-2014, 11:35 PM	#12
Bob Harris Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Canon City, Colorado Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 18,477 Original Poster	Originally posted by zztopd Oh! It's fantastic views, Bob! I first saw Zabriskie Point in the Michelangelo Antonioni film. Trailer for Zabriskie Point - YouTube And it was Pink Floyd's soundtrack to the film. Zabriskie Point Explosion /(come in number 51, your time is up) Pink Floyd's 1969-70 - YouTube ZZ, I had forgotten about the movie and soundtrack, really enjoyed viewing and hearing it so many years ago. Thanks for bringing back the memories. Pink Floyd is bringing out a new album next month I believe it is. ---------- Post added 09-24-14 at 11:36 PM ---------- Originally posted by normhead Great shooting Bob, you've brought those colours up so we can see what it's all about. thanks Norm, a great place to visit if you ever get in the area.

09-25-2014, 05:03 AM	#13
daacon Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Alberta,Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 20,914	Very cool it's an alien landscape for sure.

09-25-2014, 05:49 AM	#14
Sailor Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Coastal Texas Photos: Gallery Posts: 26,205	These are terrific, buddy. The textures and tonal variations are something else. Great stuff, brother Bob. Jer

09-30-2014, 07:58 AM	#15
Bob Harris Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Canon City, Colorado Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 18,477 Original Poster	Originally posted by daacon Very cool it's an alien landscape for sure. you'll have to make a drive out there next time in Vegas, really worth the trip Dave with easy access. ---------- Post added 09-30-14 at 08:00 AM ---------- Originally posted by Sailor These are terrific, buddy. The textures and tonal variations are something else. Great stuff, brother Bob. Jer hey thanks bud, we try to go into Death Valley at least once a year, really a great place to explore. You'd love it here, not summer though.