This book focuses on the spectacular scenery of the Valley of Fire State Park in Nevada. The stunning beauty of red rock country throughout Utah, Arizona, Nevada, and New Mexico is so compelling that the authors have continued to return to the great landscapes of the southwest United States again and again. Red Rock Country-Valley of Fire is one of a series of landscape photography books on red rock country published by Britt and Lorraine Cummins in recent years.

Valley of Fire is Nevada’s oldest and largest state park (35,000 acres). The park was dedicated in 1935. It is located in the Mojave Desert approximately 55 miles northeast of Las Vegas. Valley of Fire was named for the magnificent red sandstone formations that were formed from great shifting sand dunes during the age of the dinosaurs more than 150 million years ago (Mesozoic Era). These brilliant sandstone formations can appear to be on fire when reflecting the sun’s rays. Other important rock formations include limestone, shale, and conglomerates. The uplifting and faulting of the region followed by extensive erosion over millions of years have created the amazing landscape.

The book is designed to provide a useful guide to travelers and photographers who are planning a visit to the Valley of Fire State Park area. The pages of this book are filled with spectacular photography and useful information and tips about creative techniques used to capture great images. The printed version of this book is published on high end photo paper resulting in fine art quality images. This book is a must have for photographers and travelers who are inspired by the spectacular beauty of the grand red rock landscapes of southwestern United States.