Levi Rock Shelter

Levi Rock Shelter is an archaeological site in Texas where a natural rock overhang above Lick Creek contains multiple layers of prehistoric human occupation and artifacts. These layers span different periods and document how people used this location over time.

The site shows human occupation dating back around 10,000 years, with major archaeological excavations conducted in the 1950s. These excavations revealed stone tools, carved bone cylinders, and painted stones from this early period.

The shelter contains evidence of Native American activities spanning multiple periods. Visitors can see traces of daily life, hunting practices, and how people made and used tools at this location.

The site is a protected archaeological area that requires permission from the Texas Historical Commission to visit. Visitors should contact the University of Texas to learn more about the artifacts stored there or to arrange to study this location.

This location ranks among the oldest documented paleolithic sites in the United States. This significance is shown in how carefully the artifacts are preserved at the University of Texas, where researchers continue their studies.

Location: Texas

GPS coordinates: 30.38139,-98.08806

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:06