Monument Valley

Speaking of iconic landscapes—if you identify one horizon with the “American West,” it’s likely this one. Monument Valley straddles the Utah-Arizona border near the Four Corners. You’ll get the best views by driving south on Highway 163 in Utah. The sandstone buttes, which rise as tall as 1,000 ft, are typically only observed from the road (and from behind the lens), but there are plenty of options for getting closer. Just note that a small chunk of this part of Utah falls within Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, and some hikes require a guide.