Mantle's Cave, Archaeological cave in Moffat County, Colorado, US.
Located in Dinosaur National Monument, the cave extends 100 meters in width and 40 meters in depth, with a north-facing entrance near Yampa River.
First excavations in 1939 by Frank C. Lee and J.R. Jones revealed numerous artifacts, including baskets, fishhooks, snares, and netting from ancient inhabitants.
Archaeological findings indicate the Uinta Fremont people occupied this area from 550 to 1000 AD, using the cave primarily for food and material storage.
The cave requires specific permissions from local authorities to visit, as it contains protected archaeological resources and maintains strict preservation protocols.
Fifty different storage pits were discovered within the cave, containing preserved items such as corn, moccasins, headdresses, and various hunting implements.
Location: Moffat County
GPS coordinates: 40.46670,-108.90100
Latest update: March 12, 2025 02:38
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