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  1. Sailing stones - Wikipedia

    Sailing stones (also called sliding rocks, walking rocks, rolling stones, and moving rocks) are part of the geological phenomenon in which rocks move and inscribe long tracks along a smooth …

  2. What moves the sailing stones of Death Valley? - EarthSky

    Nov 21, 2025 · The sailing stones, or sliding stones, of Racetrack Playa have been observed and studied since the early 1900s. It was long thought that strong winds pushed the stones.

  3. The Sailing Stones of Death Valley - National Park Foundation

    The sailing stones have been observed and studied since the early 1900s, and several theories have been suggested to explain their mysterious movements. Sailing stones in the desert of …

  4. Mystery of the Sailing Stones of Death Valley Finally Solved

    Sailing stones are a geological phenomenon found in Death Valley’s Racetrack Playa. The stones slowly move across the surface of the playa, apparently without human or animal intervention, …

  5. Sailing Stones - Science On a Sphere

    Combine rainfall in Death Valley with its wild temperature swings, throw in some rocks and a little surface wind, and you have a recipe for locomotion.

  6. How Do Death Valley’s ‘Sailing Stones ... - Smithsonian Magazine

    Jun 9, 2013 · How Do Death Valley’s ‘Sailing Stones’ Move Themselves Across the Desert? These mysterious rocks have puzzled scientists for decades—until one geologist found the …

  7. Sailing Stones: The Mystery of Moving Rocks - sciencedigest.org

    Jun 30, 2025 · This is the puzzling phenomenon of sailing stones, where rocks weighing up to several hundred pounds appear to move on their own, leaving mysterious tracks across the …

  8. 34 Facts About Sailing Stones

    Jan 5, 2025 · Discover 34 fascinating facts about the mysterious sailing stones of Death Valley, their movement, and the science behind this natural phenomenon.

  9. Sailing Stones Explained: How Do They Move? - entechonline.com

    Jun 17, 2025 · Discover how Sailing Stones travel hundreds of meters in the desert, defying explanation and showcasing nature's wonders.

  10. Sailing stones in Death Valley National Park: Why do the rocks …

    Jun 15, 2025 · For decades, the enigmatic “sailing stones” of Racetrack Playa in Death Valley National Park have captivated scientists and visitors alike.