Dinosaur National Monument - Canyon Area - CO
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nomadwillie
N 40° 14.570 W 108° 58.445
12T E 672323 N 4456678
Dinosaur National Monument is a National Monument located on the southeast flank of the Uinta Mountains on the border between Colorado and Utah at the confluence of the Green and Yampa Rivers.
This park is absolutely awesome for its scenic vistas
Waymark Code: WMB1N7
Location: Colorado, United States
Date Posted: 03/23/2011
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Dinosaurs may have drawn you to the monument, but be ready to be amazed by the rest of the park. Visitors are stunned to discover incredibly scenic areas like Split Mountain, Rainbow Park, Harper's Corner, and Echo Park. 23 colorful layers of the Colorado Plateau have been sculpted by the elements into amazing forms like Elephant Toes rock. Rafters have known for decades about the virtues of floating through the intricate maze-like canyons carved by the Green and Yampa rivers. To forge memories that last a lifetime, thousands of visitors strap on life vests and join river guides on a thrilling float trip. Botanists and biologists are currently researching the peculiar nature of the plant and animal communities that live in this climatically strange place. Fans of history can learn about the outlaw stories or the many cultures who have called this place home. Once you have experienced the dinosaur bones, you'll want to set aside time for the rest of the park!
State/States the Park is located...: UT CO
Park Designation: Monument/Memorial
Website From the National Parks Service Page of this Waymark...: [Web Link]
Are pictures included?: yes
Times the Visitors Center (or Park) is Open....: Not listed
Months the Visitors Center/Park is open...: Not listed
SECONDARY website.: Not listed
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