Gunsight Butte, Sandstone butte in Glen Canyon, Utah.
Gunsight Butte rises 1,000 feet above Lake Powell, featuring two distinct peaks separated by a central depression that resembles a rifle sight.
The Entrada Sandstone forming this butte developed 160 million years ago during the Jurassic period from sandy deposits on an ancient tidal flat.
The geological formation stands as a reference point for photographers and outdoor enthusiasts exploring the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
Visitors can access views of the butte from Alstrom Point, which requires a high-clearance 4x4 vehicle to navigate the 23-mile route from Big Water.
The summit reaches 4,678 feet in elevation and transforms into an island when Lake Powell water levels are high.
Location: Kane County
GPS coordinates: 37.06194,-111.33667
Latest update: March 8, 2025 23:07
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