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Arches National Park

Images from Arches National Park - Moab, Utah

Balanced Rock

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Though there are many such geologic formations to which this appellation is applied, the prominence of this one - in Arches National Park, Utah - is nothing short of spectacular.

At an estimated weight of 3500 tons, this massive boulder on a pedestal stands in contrast to the delicate arch formations which, by their nature, present images of connectedness, whereas this is a pillar of solitude.

Much more colorful during the sunset and sunrise hours of the day, I didn't plan adequately for images during those times. In fact, we just kind of stumbled into town and made this impromptu visit and were quite pleased with what we came away with. We will return to Arches, for certain!