Finding hidden little places tucked away from the main road is always one of the best parts of travel. Arizona has plenty to choose from, whether it’s a community mural, a secluded restaurant, or even a hidden exhibit. Just a little bit of research and plenty of curiosity is all you need for a day of adventure.
So, let’s take a peek at one little place hiding in northern Arizona a ways off the highway and just far away enough to feel isolated from the world.
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A ranch sits alone outside of Winslow and just a stone’s throw away from Chevelon Canyon.
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Driving miles on dirt roads will get you to this picturesque spot, home to a working ranch and something really cool.
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You’ll be guided down a portion of the canyon to an area with an extraordinary archaeological significance.
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Hundreds of centuries-old petroglyphs line the black patina walls of the canyon, creating vast art and stories that we may never fully understand.
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Some are small and simple.
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While others are far more complicated. The petroglyphs are so prominent that students from archaeological programs from national universities, museum curators, and others often visit the site for weeks at a time to study these pieces of Arizona history.
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Other ancient dwellings also sit on site and a small museum has been installed to display some artifacts…
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…and other bits of Arizona history that will take you back in time.
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Rock Art Ranch is located near Winslow and is open Monday through Saturday from 10 AM to 1 PM. Reservations are required to visit; call (928) 386-5047 to book a tour and obtain specific directions. You can also visit their Facebook page for details.
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If you want to explore more places with Arizona history, you’ll want to read about some fascinating hiking trails that are also pretty darn easy. Read more in These 9 Arizona Hiking Trails Lead To Some Incredible Pieces Of History.
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