Photographer: Calvin J. Hamilton Copyright: © 2003 Calvin J. Hamilton Date: 2003/07/17 Location: Calf Creek, Utah

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The predominant geological formation in this area is the cliff-forming Navajo sandstone. The canyon walls show the typical cream to red-colored sandstone layers formed millions of years ago by ancient sand dunes. Vertical discoloration is created by rain water running down the cliffs.