Geological Oddities in New Mexico

A strange sandstone formation in the middle of nowhere presents an interesting climbing opportunity.

The 7,000-year-old calcium carbonate formation creates a magnificent natural bridge.

This bird-shaped rock formation defies gravity, time, and classification.

This towering volcanic plug stands out among the dramatic formations that dot this otherworldly desert valley.

The land is full of geologic eye candy, such as otherworldly spires, mushroom-shaped hoodoos, and prehistoric fossils.

The outcropping is graffitied with the name of the beloved musical Muppet television series.

Legends surround this jagged rock formation in the New Mexico desert.

Seemingly grown on some other world, these New Mexico rock formations look like a disused science fiction set.

Natural sonic phenomenon comes with a grisly legend of murder and blood.

Wee (and not so wee) footprints that insects and reptiles of the Paleozoic Era left behind.

A unique geological area spiked with wind-carved rocks that resemble teepees.

Explore the largest pure gypsum deposit in the world, and go dune sledding while you're at it.

A cave's rare beauty held a cavernous secret hidden underground.