Arches National Park

USA / Utah / Moab /
 nature conservation park / area, national park
Arches National Park preserves over two thousand natural sandstone arches, including the world-famous Delicate Arch, in addition to a variety of unique geological resources and formations. In some areas, faulting has exposed millions of years of geologic history.The extraordinary features of the park, including balanced rocks, fins and pinnacles, are highlighted by a striking environment of contrasting colors, landforms and textures.

www.nps.gov/arch/
www.nps.gov/carto/hfc/carto/media/ARCHParkMap.pdf
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arches_National_Park
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Coordinates:   38°43'32"N   109°35'45"W

Comments

  • The park actually stretches farther North and the the East [note the other formations not included in this small box (e.g., Delicate Arch)].
  • This is an awe inspiring gorgeous place. One of my top favorite national park. One of the natural "wonders" of the world.
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