Rainbow Basin National Natural Landmark

 

Rainbow Basin National Natural Landmark is just a few miles north of Barstow.  The multi-hued sedimentary layers were laid down between 10 and 30 million years ago.  Wind and water have eroded the basin, creating narrow canyons where every turn leads to a colorful display and geologic marvels.

 

http://www.ca.blm.gov/barstow/basin.html

 

 

 

 

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