Photo: Petrified Dunes Utah

Backdropped by the La Sal Mountains are these ancient Petrified Dunes in Arches National Park in Utah.

The Petrified Dunes in Arches National Park are fossilized leftovers of sand dunes that were hardened into stone as additional layers built up on top of them and later eroded away. These Petrified Dunes extend across the landscape in Arches National Park in Utah and consist of numerous shapes and sizes.When you hike across the Petrified Dunes in Utah you will get a close look at the swirling patterns that are cut into them by years of time and wind. Many photographers from around the world come to see the dunes in Utah because of their original and artistic forms.In the background stands the majestic La Sal Mountains which is the second largest mountain range in Utah. The six peaks are covered in thick aspen and fir trees with many spectacular mountain lakes found throughout the valleys. Summer offers excellent hiking trails, horseback riding and biking while winter is home to many cross country skiers and snowmobiles. ... continue below the picture...

... The countryside surrounded by the incredible rock formations of the Petrified Dunes and beautiful mountains standing over 12,000 feet high, is a popular scenic attraction for vacationers in Utah, USA.Petrified Dunes, La Sal Mountains, Arches National Park, Utah, USA, North America.