This Colorado canyon is lined with red rock arches and getting there is half the adventure.
These arches, which makeup the worlds second largest concentration of arches, are unknown to most.
The Rattlesnake Canyon Arches are one of Colorados best-kept secrets for a reason.
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From the upper trailhead, hikers pass a series of eight arches early in the6-mile round-tripjourney.
Trickling water later enlarged the holes, leaving todays magnificent parade of arches.
Meanwhile, turkey vultures, golden eagles, and hawks can often be spotted soaring above the arches.
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