Black Butte Petroglyph Trail
The highest concentration of petroglyph sites in Gold Butte National Monument, plus an improbable early 20th-century dam.

πŸ“œ Ancient rock art site in Gold Butte National Monument.
πŸ” Features petroglyphs, a tunnel, and an early 20th-century dam.

Why Go

πŸ—Ώ Explore diverse petroglyphs, including unique corn plants and bighorn sheep.
🏞️ Discover natural water basins (tinajas) and scenic sandstone outcrops.
🚢 Hike an old road to historical dam and observe endangered Las Vegas bearpoppy habitat.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Loose rock and steep domes require caution, especially with pets and children.
πŸ—ΊοΈ Detailed trail instructions to individual petroglyphs are impractical, use GPS coordinates.

Tips

🚫 Do not touch or trace petroglyphs; take only pictures.
πŸš— Road to trailhead is dirt; junction at 36.530402 N, 114.161813 W.
πŸ“ Falling Man trailhead at 36.511675 N, 114.185459 W.

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