Mammoth Rubbing Rocks
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Massive prehistoric mammals used these blueschist stones as oversized scratching posts in Sonoma County, California.

πŸ“œ Blueschist rocks in Sonoma County, California, with smooth, shiny patches. πŸ” Scientists believe these were used as scratching posts by Columbian mammoths. Patches are 10-14 feet above ground, consistent with mammoth shoulder height. # Why Go 🐘 Witness evidence of prehistoric megafauna πŸ§— Popular with climbers for jagged sides 🚢 Explore Kortum Trail to the rocks 🏞️ Enjoy a vast prairie landscape # Getting There πŸ—ΊοΈ Search Google Maps for 'Sunset Boulders'. πŸš— Turn west from Route 1 onto Goat Rock Road; look for pull-offs. πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ Follow Kortum Trail from pull-offs to the rocks.

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