The contrast between today's desert landscape and the huge forest that these ancient petrified trees imply is fascinating food for thought. It's more than worth pausing your ride to check out this petrified wood.

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August 25, 2023

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This area has pieces of petrified wood that lived 225 million years ago during the Triassic Period. These trees were preserved in time by a volcanic eruption that covered them in mud and ash. Hikers can find petrified food right off of the trail.

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1. Wolverine Loop Road

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Tackle the difficult 42.2-mile Wolverine Loop Road mountain biking route through Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.

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Location: Garfield County, Utah, United States

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