Kasha-Katuwe means 'white cliffs' in the Puebloan language Keresan. The rock formations are made of layers of volcanic rock and ash from a volcanic explosion 6 million to 7 million years ago. Over time, weathering and erosion of the layers formed canyons and tent rocks, or hoodoos. The tent rocks consist of soft pumice cones and tuff under the harder caprocks. The height of the formations varies from a few feet to 90 feet.
A strenuous 1.2 mile hiking trail through slot canyons takes the strong hiker to a mesa overlook that offers amazing views of the rocks. Hikers should be aware of the elevation (5,570 feet to 6,760 feet) and the need to carry a lot of water. There is also a more gentle trail.
Hoodoos or tent rocks are found primarily in dry areas. Bryce Canyon National Park is another well-known area with a lot of tent rocks.
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