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South Needles WSA
Nat'l Recreation Area
Nat'l Recreation Area

South Needles WSA

United States

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The terrain in this WSA consists of sloping slickrock that drains northeastward and low benches.The unit is very scenic. Red and buff spires, knobs, and buttes contrast with green vegetationand blue sky. The highly eroded sandstone features, including numerous pinnacles and the VanhemertArch, provide for geologic study and viewing. The entire WSA is rated outstanding for scenic quality

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