A Window Arch View

by Robert Bales

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A Window Arch View

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Robert Bales

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The Window Arch makes a nice frame for the pine tree.

The City of Rocks in Southern Idaho is full of amazing natural formations. Truly, it’s one of the most spectacular sights of its kind in the world. Since many folks come in here to take in the sights, do some rock climbing, or maybe even a little camping, it’s easy to pass over one of the coolest parts of this area: how these towering geologic wonders were made. Many of the formations in this national reserve have names, often describing what the rocks look like – each its own distinct sculpture, handcrafted my Mother Nature.

One such formation is aptly named: Window Arch. You might overlook this hulking, rocky, peek-a-boo-esque rock, but don’t! Natural bridges like this are incredibly rare, and truly remarkable. And while the most famous arch in the country might just be the one in Utah, we happen to think that Idaho’s own natural bridge is pretty darn special. So head on over to Cassia County and prepare to be amazed!

The City of Rocks National Reserve, also known as the Silent City of Rocks, is a United States National Reserve and state park lying 2 miles (3.2 km) north of the south central Idaho border with Utah. It is widely known for its excellent rock climbing and rock formations.

The rock spires in the City of Rocks and adjacent Castle Rocks State Park are largely composed of granitic rock of the Oligocene Almo pluton and Archean Green Creek Complex.

The City of Rocks is a popular rock climbing area, with over 1,000 traditional and bolt-protected routes. In the 1980s, it was home to some of the most difficult routes in the USA, mostly developed by Idaho climber Tony Yaniro. Climbers in the region refer to the area as simply 'The City'.

California Trail wagon trains of the 1840s and 1850s left the Raft River valley and traveled through the area and over Granite Pass into Nevada. Names or initials of emigrants written in axle grease are still visible on Register Rock. Ruts from wagon wheels also can be seen in some of the rocks.

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January 5th, 2023

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