Posted in Arizona
January 28, 2020
At Over 200 Million Years Old, Some Of The Oldest Trees In The World Are Found In Arizona
Arizona is full of ancient landforms, but the conifer trees in Petrified Forest National Park just might be the oldest. The (now fossilized, of course) wood dates to over 200 million years ago, and it’s truly a spectacular sight to behold.
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It was once home to giant amphibians, some of the earliest dinosaurs, and an ancient forest whose fossilized remains are still visible to this day.

Periodic flooding uprooted them, dispersing their nutrient-rich fibers far and wide.

The north features brilliant red and orange badlands, while the south is where the wood resides.


As a result, many of the stumps are now tinted in striking rainbow hues sure to leave you completely enchanted.

As a Designated Wilderness Area, Petrified Forest boasts some of the country's most secluded, unexplored land. There are no official trails, but rather backcountry hiking that leads to sites seldom seen by most visitors.

Humans have occupied this land for 13,000 years, with nomadic groups arriving shortly after the Ice Age. As you hike, notice the anthropomorphic figures covering the rock walls and try to decipher their meanings.
Visit the National Parks Service website or Petrified Forest National Park Facebook page to learn more.
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Address: Petrified Forest National Park, AZ 86028, USA