Escalante Petrified Forest State Park
Escalante, Utah, United States
Natural landmark · local-legend
The Story
A curse legend says removing petrified wood brings misfortune. Rangers receive returned pieces and letters describing injuries, accidents or breakdowns that the writers associate with their souvenirs.
The Hauntings
A curse legend says removing petrified wood brings misfortune. Rangers receive returned pieces and letters describing injuries, accidents or breakdowns that the writers associate with their souvenirs.
A sense of place.
Visitor Experiences
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Sources & further reading.
Plan Your Visit
No investigation permission established. Confirm current opening arrangements; do not enter closed or restricted areas. Leave petrified wood where found; collection is not authorized.