Picture Canyon, Archaeological canyon in Comanche National Grassland, Colorado, US
Picture Canyon features exposed rock formations, natural springs, and varied geological layers stretching across southeastern Colorado's rolling grassland terrain.
Archaeological evidence within Picture Canyon reveals continuous human habitation spanning 12,000 years, from Paleo-Indian hunters through Plains Woodland communities.
The canyon walls display numerous petroglyphs and pictographs created by Plains Indians, depicting human figures, animals, and solar cycle markers.
Visitors can explore the canyon through a 4.2-mile loop trail system, with designated parking areas and primitive camping spots near the trailhead.
Crack Cave within Picture Canyon contains ancient markings that receive direct sunlight illumination during spring and fall equinoxes.
Location: Colorado
GPS coordinates: 37.00970,-102.74800
Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:03
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