Petroglyph Point Archaeological Site
Petroglyph Point Archaeological Site, Archaeological site in Modoc County, United States.
The rock walls at Petroglyph Point contain hundreds of carved symbols and designs created by Native American tribes throughout generations.
Native Americans carved designs into the volcanic rock faces of this location for several thousand years before European settlement in California.
The carved patterns and symbols at Petroglyph Point represent communication methods and spiritual beliefs of ancient indigenous communities.
Visitors can access the site through marked pathways, with informational signs explaining the significance of different petroglyph sections.
The volcanic rock surface contains over 5,000 individual carvings, making it one of the largest petroglyph panels in California.
Location: Modoc County
GPS coordinates: 41.84491,-121.39102
Latest update: March 4, 2025 09:41
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