Overview

The Mt. Irish Archeological District is a large area with many boulder piles and low bands of cliffs covered with petroglyphs. Paiute Rock is one of the major public petroglyph sites in the district and consists of one, isolated boulder pile. Native peoples etched an extensive array of nice petroglyphs into the rocks. The BLM placed nine numbered markers around the site, and the BLM and Lincoln County each produced brochures describing the numbered petroglyph panels.

Presented here are details of Site 6, which includes one northwest-facing wall that always seems to be in the shade. At first glance, nothing is obvious here. However, there are petroglyphs to the left and right of the Serviceberry Bush growing against the wall. There is also one large graffiti petroglyph.

From Site 6, the trail continues west to Site 7, although hikers can shortcut through the boulders and come out on the trail just west of Site 8.

While visiting this site, please take care of the area and leave it as you found it for the enjoyment of future generations.