Prepare to Be Petrified: Desert Rocks with a Story
October is here! While Halloween brings all sorts of spooky stories, I want to share something incredible right here in Southern Utah—and it’s nothing to be petrified about! Petrified wood has a story far cooler than any ghost tale.

What is Petrified Wood?
Petrified wood forms when ancient trees are buried under layers of sediment millions of years ago. Over time, minerals like silica seep into the wood’s cells and replace the organic material, preserving the tree’s structure in crisp detail. This process, called permineralization, turns wood into solid rock. Sometimes, crystals like quartz or amethyst form inside the wood’s cavities, adding a sparkling surprise to these stone trunks.

The petrified wood you’ll find here dates back over 200 million years, from a time long before dinosaurs roamed. These fossilized trees are remnants of prehistoric forests that once covered this region. Some logs are enormous—giant stone trunks frozen in time, glowing with colors ranging from reds and purples to golds and blues. While the wood itself isn’t spooky, wandering among these ancient treasures this time of year feels truly magical. It’s a chance to connect with Earth’s deep history and the incredible natural processes that shaped this landscape.

How to Experience Petrified Wood in Southern Utah
If you’re visiting Southern Utah this fall, the best way to experience petrified wood and other fascinating fossils is with a
private guide from All Ways Adventure. Ask your guide to create a custom fossils tour just for you, where you’ll see not only petrified wood but also septarian nodules, crinoids, and so much more.
And here’s a little Halloween note from Wren the Adventure Hound:
I love to romp in the desert but I’m not a fan of costumes. My mama knows this but for some reason she makes me wear them anyway! My spookiest look was when I was just four months old and I went as a skeleton for Halloween—my mama and papa refer to that as my goth era. They say I was an angsty teenager, but I think I turned out alright…?

Join Us for an Adventure You’ll Never Forget
Fall is definitely our favorite season around here—with changing leaves, crusty bread baking in the Dutch oven, and holidays bringing everyone together. It’s truly a time for family, friends, and football.
(GO CHIEFS!) This October, we’d love to take you on a journey through time, sharing stories and sights that will make your trip unforgettable.
Come join us! Once you go out on a trip with us, you’re part of the All Ways Adventure Family forever! And whatever you do, stay safe and have fun this spooky season!
Ready to Book Your Adventure?
All Ways Adventure
4955 Boulder Bluff Blvd, Kanab, UT 84741, United States
+14358999745



