Court of the Patriarchs facts for kids
The Court of the Patriarchs is a group of amazing sandstone cliffs in Zion Canyon, located inside Zion National Park in Utah, United States. These tall cliffs are on the south side of a larger mountain area called the Three Patriarchs. They are a beautiful sight for visitors to the park.
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What is the Court of the Patriarchs?
The Court of the Patriarchs is a famous spot in Zion National Park. It features three large rock formations that stand out in the canyon. These cliffs are named after important figures from the Bible: Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. People often visit this area to admire the stunning views and take photos of the unique rock shapes.
Weather in the Court of the Patriarchs
The best times to visit the Court of the Patriarchs are during spring and fall. The weather is usually pleasant then. This area has a "cold semi-arid climate." This means it's a desert climate, but it can get quite cold in winter.
The coldest month usually has an average temperature below 32 °F (0 °C). Most of the rain and snow falls during spring and summer. However, the desert doesn't get much rain overall, less than 10 inches (254 mm) each year. Snowfall in winter is usually light. So, you can expect sunny days for most of your visit!
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Three Patriarchs: Abraham Peak, Isaac Peak, Jacob Peak, and Mount Moroni, May 2015
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Sunrise from Deertrap Mountain. Court of the Patriarchs centered down below. Mountain of the Sun foreground left, November 2016
See also
- Geology of the Zion and Kolob canyons area
