Punchbowl Formation, Sandstone formation in Los Angeles County, California.
The Punchbowl Formation extends across the northern San Gabriel Mountains, featuring layers of conglomerate, sandstone, and mudstone deposits reaching 1,500 meters in thickness.
Dating from the Mid-Late Miocene period between 14 to 8 million years ago, this formation developed through extensive sedimentary processes during the Clarendonian and Hemphillian ages.
Scientists regularly study this formation to understand geological processes, examining fossil records of ancient mammals including Aepycamelus alexandrae and various carnivorous species.
The formation is accessible through the Devil's Punchbowl Natural Area within Angeles National Forest, where visitors can examine the exposed rock layers and geological structures.
The formation contains a substantial collection of Neogene period fossils, including remains of turtles from the Gopherus depressus species and multiple rodent specimens.
Location: California
GPS coordinates: 34.00000,-118.20000
Latest update: March 9, 2025 02:19
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