Latest Science on the Colorado Plateau

The Colorado Plateau is a natural science hot spot!

Check out some of the latest research in this area that scientists and other knowledge holders have shared.

How Does Recreation Impact Desert Bighorn Females?

How does increased visitation to Moab impact desert bighorn females?

Why Do Plants Love Harvester Ants?

How can harvester ants play a key role in invasion ecology and native plant restoration?

When did the extra fast erosion that carved Canyonlands begin?

Why is Cataract Canyon much steeper in relation to the rivers upstream in Meander or Stillwater Canyons? How do salt tectonics play a role in canyon cutting?

What unprecedented changes were documented in Cataract Canyon in 2023?

The Returning Rapids Project (RRP) completed 3 Cataract Canyon research trips in September and October, 2023  to monitor changes along the Colorado River.