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Crowley Lake Stone Columns
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Anna
June 14, 2021
After California’s Crowley Lake reservoir was completed in 1941, strange column-like formations were spotted on the water body’s eastern shore. The rising gray and stony cylinders have cracks ringing around them at intervals of about 1 foot and have inspired comparisons to Moorish temples. With those sort of descriptions out there, it’s not surprising that theories on the origins of the columns have been similarly wide-ranging. Some believed they were just portions of rock that, as luck would have it, were eroded away to form the perfect, rising spirals and arches. Others believed the columns had a connection to the area’s volcanic past.
After California’s Crowley Lake reservoir was completed in 1941, strange column-like formations were spotted on the water body’s eastern shore. The rising gray and stony cylinders have cracks ringing around them at intervals of about 1 foot and have inspired comparisons to Moorish temples. With tho…
NoPat Properties
June 19, 2019
It's a little tricky to find these, but that' half the fun!
Stephanie
April 24, 2021
Not easy to get to but if you’re feeling adventurous and are traveling with a 4WD vehicle- this is a must see!
Tammy
July 6, 2020
This is a cool place. Have 4 wheel drive or be willing to hike a few miles. Next time I’m there I’m going to see about Kayaking there.
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Benton Crossing Road
Bishop, CA