NPS Historic Photograph Collection

Cataloging Data

Catalog Number: HPC-000314

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Theme: Environmental Impacts, Scenic Views

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Park: Arches National Park

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Description: Delicate Arch from north side.

Additional Comments: Arches NP lies atop an underground salt bed called the Paradox Formation, which is responsible for the arches, spires, balanced rocks, fins and eroded monoliths common in the park. Major rock formations consist of Entrada Sandstone and Navajo Sandstone.

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