Does Erosion still Affect the Rocks Today?
Erosion, or a breaking down of rocks and natural material, is an ongoing process. Earth material is constantly being eroded, transported, and deposited into other areas, creating our ever-changing geology. While hiking, look for large rock masses along the side of the trail. These are called monoliths. They were created by erosional forces that broke down the original lava mass. As you climb, look for the talus slope to your right near the top of both Table Rocks. Talus slopes are formed by an accumulation of debris at the base of a cliff. These areas look like fields of small rocks. Similar to monoliths, these rocks were originally part of the top, but due to erosion they are slowly moving downward.
