Ancient Wood Among the Badlands
Fragments of petrified wood rest among rugged boulders and deeply weathered desert terrain in Arizona’s Painted Desert. Rich amber, rust, and brown tones in the fossilized wood stand out against the muted layers of stone and eroded earth, revealing remnants of an ancient landscape preserved for millions of years. The scattered pieces create a striking meeting of geology, time, and the harsh beauty of the high desert.
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Photographer
James Engel
Date & Time
Sunday, March 29th, 2026 at 11:03 AM America/Phoenix
Focal Length
68mm
Shutter Speed
1/125 sec
Aperture
ƒ/11
ISO
64
Location
North America, The United States of America, Arizona, Woodruff, Petrified Forest National Park
Keywords
Crystal Forest, Desert Landscape, Landscapes & Nature, National Park, Painted Desert, Photography Techniques, Rock, Scenic Vista, Texture
Camera
Nikon D850
Approximate Map Location
Latitude: 34.888939
Longitude: -109.80751
Altitude: 1,658.0 meters / 5,439.6 feet
Longitude: -109.80751
Altitude: 1,658.0 meters / 5,439.6 feet