After attending the Fall 2023 Arch Rally at Colorado National Monument with the Natural Arch and Bridge Society, Bob headed to the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. This impressive cliff is called the Painted Wall and Bob photographed at late morning. This 2250 foot cliff is one of the tallest cliffs in Colorado. The lighter colored streaks through the cliffs are a mineral called pegmatite that intruded into the prevalent gneiss and schist formations.
The Gunnison River is visible at the canyon bottom. It has one of the steepest descents of any river system, which contributed to its carving such a deep and narrow canyon.
Remember, it's not just a picture, it's a story.
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