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The Wave
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Famous for its wave-like sandstone formations (access is by lottery due to its popularity), The Wave is a sandstone rock formation located near the Utah border. It is part of the Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness, where hiking is a popular activity.
Overview of The Wave
Famous for its wave-like sandstone formations (access is by lottery due to its popularity), The Wave is a sandstone rock formation located near the border of Utah. It is part of the Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness, where hiking is a popular activity.
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- Type de lieu: rock formation.
- Intérêt touristique: (worth seeing).
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- Altitude: 1,593 meters
- Site internet: https://www.thewave.info
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