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Spiral Jetty
Salt Lake City, United States
120
min visit
This legendary 1970 Land Art installation by Robert Smithson is a 1,500-foot-long spiral coil of black rocks jutting into the hypersaline waters of the Great Salt Lake. The remote and otherworldly site has become a pilgrimage destination for art lovers and desert adventurers seeking one of America's most striking earthworks.
Visiting Spiral Jetty: FAQs
How long does a visit to Spiral Jetty take?
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Plan for about 2 hours at Spiral Jetty.
When is the best time to visit Spiral Jetty?
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Late April through early May, arriving by 8 a.m. for solitude and optimal light, or late afternoon (4–6 p.m.) for golden-hour photography.
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