The Owyhee Canyonlands, often referred to as Oregon's Grand Canyon, spans millions of acres in remote southeastern Oregon, showcasing its breathtaking geological features.
Oregon is petitioning for the Owyhee Canyonlands to be designated as a national monument, highlighting its unique beauty and the need for conservation similar to the Grand Canyon.
Leslie Gulch, a notable canyon within the Owyhee Canyonlands, is composed of tuff, a type of rhyolite ash formed from a major volcanic eruption 15.5 million years ago.
While canyons like Colca Canyon in Peru and Fish River Canyon in Namibia boast incredible depths, the Owyhee Canyonlands holds its own in terms of unique geological significance.
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