Pawnee Buttes, Geological formations in Weld County, Colorado.
The Pawnee Buttes consist of two sandstone formations that rise 300 feet above the surrounding grasslands of northeastern Colorado point.
The lower sections of the buttes contain clay-rich sedimentary rock from the Brule formation, while the upper layers include Arikaree formation from the Miocene period.
Native American tribes utilized these natural landmarks for navigation through the plains, leading to their naming after the Pawnee tribe in 1859.
Visitors can explore the area through the Pawnee Buttes Trail, which requires carrying water supplies as no facilities are available on site.
The geological structure reveals multiple sedimentary layers, including the Pawnee Creek Formation and potential remnants of the Pliocene Ogallala Formation.
Location: Colorado
Location: Weld County
GPS coordinates: 40.82330,-103.96900
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:11
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