Paisley Caves, Archaeological cave system in Lake County, Oregon
The Paisley Caves consist of eight natural caverns carved into a basalt ridge at 4,520 feet elevation within the Summer Lake basin of Oregon.
Archaeological excavations in 2002 revealed human coprolites and tools dating back 14,300 years, establishing the caves as one of North America's earliest human settlements.
The Western Stemmed Tradition technology found in the caves demonstrates a separate cultural development from the Clovis people through distinct tool manufacturing methods.
The caves contain multiple chambers with preserved artifacts, ancient DNA samples, and geological formations that researchers continue to study and document.
Scientists discovered the oldest confirmed human DNA in North America through coprolite analysis, revealing details about early inhabitants' diets and migration patterns.
Location: Lake County
GPS coordinates: 42.76130,-120.55100
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:41
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