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Blue Mesa, Petrified Forest National Park

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  • The Blue Mesa is an optional side road, maybe 3 miles off the main road. It's definitely worth going to. The drive loop at the Blue Mesa is nice, but the hike portion is what makes it worth it.  more »
  • Really really beautiful colors, beautiful topography. Definitely one of the parts of the park that you absolutely cannot miss.  more »
  • This short side trek lies near the end (when going south to north ) thru the park. Like most of the park it is best viewed in the softer light of the late afternoon or early evening...for it is then t...  more »
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