Spilling Thought: At 1.8 million acres, the #GrandStaircase-Escalante National Monument in #Utah is the largest national monument in the continental U.S. and the first one designated under the National #Conservation Lands. The monument is divided into three sections -- the Kaiparowits Plateau, Canyons of the Escalante and Grand Staircase (pictured here). A geological formation spanning eons of time, Grand Staircase is known for its multicolored cliffs and plateaus, canyons, and pinnacles. Bob Wick captured this pic of Grand Staircase's iconic hoodoos at #sunset -- a must-see when visiting the monument. Whether you're looking for adventure or solitude, you'll find endless opportunities at Grand Staircase. The Monument has also provided a wealth of scientific information, including discoveries of 20 new species of dinosaur fossils. Check out @MyPublicLands for mor stunning pics of National Conservation Lands. by usinterior