Highlight • Natural Monument
Petrified Log Pedestal
Hiking
5.0
(12)
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Brendan
May 24, 2023
Hiking
Erosion has excavated this chunk of petrified wood from the surrounding landscape. It now sits prominently against a backdrop of striated plateaus.
Lauren & Bailey 🐕🐾
July 13, 2025
Hiking
It’s special to see how wood petrifies and forms real crystals.
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Best routes near Petrified Log Pedestal
5.0
(4)
45
hikers
1.64km
00:27
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy
5.0
(4)
44
hikers
1.64km
00:27
30m
30m
Hike the easy 1.0-mile Blue Mesa Trail loop through vibrant badlands and ancient petrified wood in Petrified Forest National Park.
Easy
6
hikers
4.43km
01:12
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy
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Elevation 1,690 m
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