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Capitol Reef National ParkThe Wingate Sandstone Castle is perched on the banded Chinle formation
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Fremont petroglyphs are characterized by trapezoid-shaped anthropomorphic figures.  

Did You Know?
The Fremont River Canyon is the type locale for the prehistoric Native American people named the Fremont. Evidence here defines them as a unique major prehistoric culture. There are several petroglyph panels 1.1 miles east of the visitor center on Utah State Highway 24.
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Last Updated: March 01, 2007 at 16:52 EST