Kashe-Katuwe is a Cochiti term meaning white cliff. The peculiar geology of the area creates rock pedestals that look like tents -- thus the name Tent Rocks. The stone is consolidated volcanic ash dating back 7 million years and it is about 1,000 feet thick.
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| There are hundreds of 'tent' rocks |
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| Each formation has - or had - a water resistant cap stone |
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The bands represent successive episodes
of volcanic eruptions |
Slot Canyon
Part of the park was closed because the road was washed out due to the recent heavy rains. There is a trail that goes through a slot canyon and climbs 630 feet up to the top of the cliff.
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| A view from the top |
There are some areas where the local prehistoric Indians dug caves into the soft ash layers to serve as shelters.
