Merrick's Butte, Sandstone summit in Monument Valley, Arizona, United States.
The red sandstone formation rises 6,206 feet above sea level with steep cliffs and a distinct rectangular profile against the desert landscape.
A silver prospector named Jack Merrick, who met his death in 1880 during conflicts with Native Americans, gave his name to this geological formation.
The formation stands within Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, where the Navajo people maintain their traditions and guide visitors through their ancestral territory.
The butte observation point requires a tribal permit and lies along the 17-mile scenic drive through Monument Valley, accessible from U.S. Highway 163.
The formation reaches a prominence of 966 feet from its base, creating natural patterns with neighboring East and West Mitten Buttes at different times of day.
Location: Arizona
Location: Navajo County
GPS coordinates: 36.98028,-110.08627
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:11
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