Above is this weeks free desktop. Back again to south-central Utah, from a park that most of you probably only know from its mention here, Capitol Reef National Park. The main, and very intriguing feature of Capitol Reef is a 100 mile long wrinkle in the Earth's crust called the Waterpocket Fold. This buckling of rock was created around 65 million years ago and today the eroded jumble has created a multitude of colorful cliffs, domes, spires, canyons and arches which are sights well worth making the trip here. Now, the best way to see the Waterpocket Fold is from the air (there is a nice aerial picture on the NPS site, on the park brochure, and at the visitors center at the park), but, if you are like me (working under the restraints of a limited budget), you can still find some good vantage points from the ground (they just require a bit of searching to locate, ask a park ranger, they know them all). The photo this week was taken May 2004 at Panorama Point, a place where some of the colorful cliffs and spires are showcased. This park does have a lot to offer as there are many miles of hiking trails, both easy and challenging. Adventurous driving routes open up the back country, and reward those able to enjoy the off-road experience. And, if you explore a bit, some real treats can be found here, definitely making this worth a stop if in the area!
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