slgwv's photos with the keyword: Needle Rock

Well, the first name is my informal designation, but it seems appropriate! Needle Rock is official, however. In an unnamed canyon in the Painted Hills area, about 20 miles north of Reno, Nevada. The inset is a close-up of the "pig."

Volcanic plug near Crawford, Colorado.

Another view. An eroded-out volcanic plug near Crawford, Colorado.

Near the little town of Crawford, Colorado. An eroded-out volcanic neck related to West Elk volcanism, ca. 28 million years ago. The inset shows another view, plus the BLM (Bureau of Land Management) informational sign. Nice that it's not going to be developed!