The San Rafael Reef is a geologic feature located in Emery County in central Utah, part of the Colorado Plateau. Approximately 75 miles (120 km) long, it is the distinctive eastern edge of …

The San Rafael Reef is a nearly north-south trending hogback that dips steeply eastward. The central and northern parts of the WSA are composed mostly of multicolored sandstone mesas, …

2024年6月11日 · The San Rafael Swell is tucked away in central Utah and is a hidden geological marvel. Spanning over 1,500 square miles, this amazing landscape is known for its deep …

The wide-open flats along Utah SR-24 give perspective to the San Rafael Reef, the dramatic fin-like cliffs that mark the Swell’s eastern edge. Wind and water erosion have cut hundreds of …

From hiking and mountain biking to off-highway vehicle (OHV) exploration, the area is a playground for outdoor enthusiasts. Scenic destinations such as The Wedge and the stunning …

2019年1月3日 · San Rafael Reef / Spotted Wolf Canyon They call it the San Rafael Reef, a 30-mile-long barrier, a sandstone wall at the eastern edge of nowhere. For centuries, only the …

2025年1月1日 · Today, the Swell is a diverse desert landscape. The San Rafael Reef (the steep eastern flank of the anticline) contains many narrow, winding slot canyons, whereas the …

SAN RAFAEL REEF WILDERNESS STUDY AREA Values. The WSA makes up the eastern edge of the San Rafael Swell and is a nearly north-south trending hogback that dips steeply …

Named for its most prominent feature, this WSA encompasses the San Rafael Reef, a long sawtooth-like, sandstone ridge that rises abruptly from the floor of the San Rafael Desert. …

The San Rafael Swell is a major domal uplift in the northwestern Colorado Plateau and dominates the structure of east-central Utah. The San Rafael Reef site is on its eastern edge, …