| Maroon Formation | |
|---|---|
| Stratigraphic range: Permian | |
 Along Frying Pan Road in Eagle County, Colorado | |
| Type | Formation |
| Location | |
| Region | Colorado |
| Country | United States |
The Maroon Formation is a geologic formation in Colorado. It preserves fossils dating back to the Permian period. It is the primary formation of sandstone that lends the vivid red color to the hills around Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
See also
References
- Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Retrieved 17 December 2021.
- Colorado Geological Survey. "Guide to the Geology of the Glenwood Springs Area, Garfield County, Colorado". Retrieved 1 April 2022.
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