Geology

Vasquez Rocks Natural Area

Los Angeles County, CA

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Iconic tilted sandstone and conglomerate outcrops of the Mint Canyon Formation in Agua Dulce, managed as a ~945-acre LA County natural area with interpretive center. Classic southern California structural geology (steeply dipping beds of the Soledad Basin) and a frequent film location; trails include a Pacific Crest Trail segment.

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RegionLos Angeles County, CA
Coordinates34.4849, -118.3175
CountyLos Angeles
ManagerLos Angeles County Parks & Recreation
GeologyMint Canyon Formation sandstones (tilted)
Size~945 acres

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