Utah Trails

Upheaval Dome
in Canyonlands National Park

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Upheaval Dome Canyonlands National Park hike Utah Trail crater
Upheaval Dome in the most puzzling geological feature in Canyonlands National Park. A 1.7-mile hike visits two overlooks along the rim of this three-mile wide 1,000-foot deep crater. Geologists have two possible theories for what caused Upheaval Dome, which you can learn about along the trail.From the trailhead, a wide track heads to the right before turning uphill… Read more.
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Mojave Desert Trails

Amboy Crater

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Amboy Crater desert hike California
Amboy Crater is nestled half way between Barstow and Needles, just off historic Route 66. It is located near, but not within, Mojave National Preserve. A visit to Amboy Crater will definitely take you back in time. Ten thousand years ago, this cinder cone volcano erupted, transforming the surrounding landscape. There is a 3-mile round trip trail leading up and into the… Read more.
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Death Valley Trails

Ubehebe Crater
in Death Valley National Park

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Ubehebe Death Valley National Park Crater hike California desert
Ubehebe Crater is located in the north end of Death Valley near the Eureka Dunes and Scotty’s Castle. A parking lot along the rim provides a great view of the crater, and there are also three trails to choose from.The science: Ubehebe Crater is a maars volcano that was created by a phreatic eruption two to seven thousand years ago. Hot magma converted groundwater… Read more.
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