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Remnants of mammal fossils, as well as wood petrified over the ages, can be found eroding out of the sandstone, siltstone, and mudstone visible in the canyon today. Collection and study of these important fossils by permitted paleontologists helps document the evolution of many mammal species and contributes to our knowledge of the earth's history.
Angel Peak Badlands. Ten thousand acres of pastel-colored badlands, cliffs and dry washes surround Angel Peak. At 6,988 feet, the peak is considered a minor summit. The barrenness of the surrounding landscape is due to high soil alkalinity and poor drainage, which inhibits almost all vegetation.
What do fossils, petrified wood, sandstone and a 7,000-ft peak have in common? ⛰ Angel Peak Scenic Area, of course! 10K acres of rugged terrain & scientific wonders And you can have a picnic...
the sand and silt, then preserved as fossils. Fossils You can see many kinds of fossils at Angel Peak Scenic Area – bones of animals, prints of leaves, and even whole branches and trunks of trees. If you are interested in fossils, you can collect a limited amount of fossils of plants, insects, shell and petrified wood on BLM land.
Search For Fossils And Explore 10,000 Acres Of Incredible Terrain At Angel Peak Scenic Area In New Mexico. Angel Peak Scenic Area in New Mexico offers breathtaking landscapes, hiking trails, picnic areas, and a campground.
US And Canadian Fossil Sites -- Data for NEW MEXICO. Version 0810 current as of OCT 2008. Back to States INDEX. Back to MAIN PAGE. Location County State/Province Directions,Notes Age Formation Fossils Comments Reference Lat-Long- ... Angel Peak: San Juan: NM: in area badlands W of NM44: Paleocene:
Angel Peak Remnants of mammal fossils, as well as wood petrified over the ages, can be found eroding out of the sandstone, siltstone, and mudstone visible in the canyon today. Collection and study of these important fossils by permitted paleontologists helps document the evolution of many mammal species and contributes to our knowledge of the ...
