More than 1000 petrolgyphs have been identified at this well-protected Forest Service site. Many appear unique to the Southern Sinaguan who lived here between 1150 and 1400; the site was probably used in part as a solar calendar. And the embracing stick-figure couple? Not dancing. Take exit 298 from I-17, follow FR 618 east about 2.5 miles to the entrance, on your right beyond Beaver Creek Campground. The Red Rock and National Parks passes both grant admission.
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