Natural Features & Ecosystems

The Geologic Story

The rock layers of Black Canyon and Curecanti tell a story of past environments, ancient animals and dynamic processes of change.

The natural features and ecosystems of Curecanti not only vary from the east to west, but also from canyon rim to bottom.

It's not just layers of dirt.

Last updated: February 21, 2017

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