Three Marys (Zion) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Three Marys |
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Southeast aspect, from Springdale
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 6,420 ft (1,960 m) |
| Prominence | 378 ft (115 m) |
| Isolation | 0.51 mi (0.82 km) |
| Parent peak | The West Temple (7,810 ft) |
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 Three Marys
Location in Utah
Three Marys
Location in the United States
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| Location | Zion National Park Washington County, Utah United States |
| Parent range | Colorado Plateau |
| Topo map | USGS Springdale West |
| Type of rock | Navajo Sandstone |
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| Easiest route | class 5.x climbing |
Three Marys are three tall, natural rock pillars made of sandstone. You can find them in Zion National Park, located in southwest Utah, United States. These amazing rock formations stand just northwest of a town called Springdale, Utah. They are also about 1.5 kilometers (or 0.9 miles) west of the park's main office.
The tallest of the three peaks reaches 6,420 feet (about 1,957 meters) high. The middle peak is 6,298 feet (about 1,920 meters), and the shortest one is 6,020 feet (about 1,835 meters) tall. The name "Three Marys" was officially given to these peaks in 1934. It's thought to be named after The Three Marys from religious stories.
The nearest taller peak is The West Temple, which is about 0.66 miles (1.06 kilometers) away to the west. Other famous rock formations nearby include The Sundial, Altar of Sacrifice, Meridian Tower, Bee Hive, Bridge Mountain, The Watchman, and Mount Kinesava. Water from this mountain flows into the North Fork Virgin River.
Weather at Three Marys
The best times to visit Three Marys are during spring and fall. The area has a "cold semi-arid climate." This means it's a desert climate, but it can get quite cold in winter.
The region gets less than 10 inches (250 millimeters) of rain each year. Snowfall in winter is usually light.
