Detail showing pedestal section of a balanced rock in Marble Canyon, Glen Canyon Recreation Area, Arizona, United States.

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The harder conglomerate rock fell from the cliff behind, landing on softer rock which over many years is eroded away. Only the softer rock underneath, protected by the larger boulder, remains creating this toadstool effect.

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Size: 5184px × 3456px
Location: Marble Canyon, Glen Canyon Recreation Area, Arizona, United States
Photo credit: © Maurice Savage / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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