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Canyonlands National Park
Low Water Panoramas
 

During the summer of 2002, flows on the Colorado and Green Rivers dropped to record lows. These panoramas were taken in Cataract Canyon during the week of July 1, 2002. 

At the time, the flow was estimated to be 2,700 cfs.

 
Capsize (Rapid 15)

NPS Photo by Neal Herbert

Capize (Rapid 15)
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Ben Hurt (Rapid 20)

NPS Photo by Neal Herbert

Ben Hurt
(Rapid 20)
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Big Drop Two (Rapid 22)

NPS Photo by Neal Herbert

Big Drop Two
(Rapid 22)
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Big Drop Three (Rapid 23) from river left

NPS Photo by Neal Herbert

Big Drop Three
(Rapid 23)
From river left
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Big Drop Three (Rapid 23) from river right

NPS Photo by Neal Herbert

Big Drop Three
(Rapid 23)
From river right
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Collared Lizard  

Did You Know?
Lizards, including the colorful collared lizard, are one of the most frequently seen animals in Canyonlands. When not chasing flies or basking in the sun, they are often seen doing what appears to be push-ups. Scientists believe this and other behaviors signal dominance and facilitate courtship.

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Last Updated: August 08, 2006 at 15:26 EST