Explore
Discover the larger sandstone formations framing the main swirling rock area at White Pocket.
Surrounding the famous brain rocks, these outer formations add scale and bold color to the landscape. Visitors walk around towering buttes and bright rock layers to see a different side of the 100-acre site.
Walking here requires sturdy hiking boots with grippy soles for the slickrock. Expect to spend about 1.5 hours exploring these specific features during your hike.
30 minsWide-angle backdrop
This prominent, towering butte sits west of the main photographic area. It serves as a large focal point framing the surrounding terrain. Use this massive structure as a backdrop for wide-angle landscape shots.
45 minsStriking color contrast
These sections expose bright orange, pink, and yellow sandstone layers right next to the white rock. The contrast between these colors is sharp and clear. Look for natural leading lines in the rock to draw the eye through your photos.
15 minsForeground anchor
A solitary, gnarled tree grows directly out of the solid sandstone. This isolated plant survives despite the area receiving only 4.7 inches of rain annually. It makes a perfect foreground subject to anchor your landscape compositions.
