Kissing Couple, Rock formation in Mesa County, Colorado.
The Kissing Couple stands as a 400-foot sandstone spire in Monument Canyon, featuring natural red stone patterns shaped by wind and water erosion.
The first recorded climb of this formation occurred on May 4, 1960, when climbers Layton Kor, Harvey Carter, and John Auld completed the Long Dong Wall route.
Photographers and nature enthusiasts regularly document the formation throughout different seasons, contributing to local artistic collections and regional guidebooks.
Visitors can reach the formation through Monument Canyon Trail, which requires a steep 800-foot descent and approximately 40 minutes of hiking from the trailhead.
The sandstone pillar contains a small natural arch formed by an enlarged vertical joint, adding complexity to its geological structure.
Location: Mesa County
GPS coordinates: 39.08915,-108.71815
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:03
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