Court of the Patriarchs facts for kids

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The Court of the Patriarchs is a group of three giant sandstone monoliths (which are like huge, single rock pillars) and nearby cliffs located on the west side of Zion National Park. These amazing rock formations were named in 1916 by Frederick Fisher. He chose the names Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob after important figures from the Bible.

Visiting the Court of the Patriarchs

The best times to visit the Court of the Patriarchs are during spring and fall. The weather is usually very pleasant then. This area has a cold semi-arid climate, which means it's a desert climate. It doesn't get much rain, usually less than 10 inches (250 mm) in a whole year. Snowfall in winter is usually light.

Amazing Views: A Photo Gallery

Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob peaks seen from Bridge Mountain
The Court of the Patriarchs in winter, showing The Sentinel, Abraham Peak, Isaac Peak, and Mount Moroni
Mount Abraham, Mount Isaac, and Mount Moroni
The Court of the Patriarchs: Mount Abraham, Mount Isaac, and Mount Moroni
Sunrise from Deertrap Mountain, with the Court of the Patriarchs below. Mountain of the Sun is on the left.
Jacob Peak, from its south side

Images for kids

Court of the Patriarchs in 1933.
Photo by Ansel Adams
Court of the Patriarchs in 2010.
You can see Abraham Peak, Isaac Peak, and Mount Moroni (Jacob Peak is behind Mt. Moroni).

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