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The Elephants

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The Elephants

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Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness

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    August 25, 2023

    Hiking

    Inside Upper Buckskin Gulch Canyon, hikers can spot two large red sandstone formations that get their names from their resemblance to elephants.

    January 3, 2022

    Hiking

    You can find those "petrified" elephants on the trail, inside the canyon.

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    1. Buckskin Overlook via Wire Pass Trail

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    Buckskin Overlook via Wire Pass Trail is a moderate 9.8-mile journey through the majestic, sculpted red and orange walls of the world's longest slot canyon, revealing ancient petroglyphs and the …

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 1,440 m

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