Kane Springs Petroglyph Site

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The views never get old, simply beautiful…click to enlarge

Kane Springs has several interesting and unique petroglyphs spread across a volcanic rock outcropping.  The last few miles of the trail (or, what’s left of the trail) are very difficult and absolutely require a highly capable high-clearance 4-wheel drive, preferably with skid plates and Kevlar-belted tires.  It’s a very rough go.

Great Horned Owl
You never know who’s watching

This location is in between Nellis Air Force Base, Nellis Range and Groom Lake, so there are times where there can be a bit of air traffic in the form of fighter jets and bombers.  It’s right on the border of northern Clark County & southern Lincoln County.  You are definitely out in the middle of nowhere (the isolation is something I truly enjoy).  I came across several different petroglyphs, including what I believe to be the southern-most Pahranagat PBA.  The petroglyph is heavily weathered, so it’s possible that it’s not a Pahranagat PBA, but from what I can make out, I believe it is.  Click here to learn more about the Pahranagat PBA.

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3 thoughts on “Kane Springs Petroglyph Site

  1. Randy Staples says:

    What is the GOS coordinates of the Kane Springs Petroglyph Site? Would like to go there sometime.
    Thanks, Randy

  2. Joe says:

    I’d really like to try to find this site. This is the only place I’ve seen it described. Do you turn south or north off Kane springs road? I know you don’t provide locations, but maybe you’ll give a little hint or two?

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