Description:
Chiricahua National Monument is
best known for spectacular rock
pinnacles or columns. These features
were shaped, in large part, by
freezing, thawing, and running
water during the last Ice Age, when
climatic conditions were cooler and
wetter than they are now. More
subtle processes are currently modi:£)
ring the pinnacles and related features.
Today's scenery is, therefore,
a mosaic of relict and modern geologic
features, each of which contributes
its unique form, color, and
texture to the landscape.
The purpose of this guide is to
provide an understanding of the
dynamic processes that have
shaped this exceptional landscape.
The guide was written for the
visitor who has not had formal
training in geology, but will also
be useful to those who have.
Please take it with you as you hike
the Monument's trails.