Sound of Silence Trail Stop 16

The beauty of the landscape has great meaning to many people.

NPS Photo/Conrad Provan

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For many of us, the simple beauty of the land’s colors and textures may be enough to satisfy, awe, and inspire. These places also allow geologists, paleontologists, biologists, and archeologists to more deeply investigate and study the Earth and our history. On this hike, you have seen the silent reminders of many changes —sometimes occurring over millions of years, or sometimes occurring very quickly. Sediments, rocks, plants, animals, and the other features of the landscape all speak to those who slow down and take the time to hear what they have to say.