Tag Archives: Canyonlands National Park

Today’s Photo: Four Faces Pictograph, Canyonlands National Park

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Shelly Martin

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Today’s Photo: Granaries in Canyonlands National Park, Salt Creek

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Shelly Martin

This row of granaries is located in the Salt Creek Canyon, in the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park. This canyon contains a year-round stream, fragile archaeological resources, delicate vegetation and wildlife. Currently, a recent decision by a Federal District … Continue reading →

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Today’s Photo: Circular granary in Canyonlands National Park

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Shelly Martin

One of the ancient structures located in the Salt Creek Archaeological District, in Canyonlands National Park.

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Today’s Photo: “Big Ruin” in Canyonlands National Park

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Shelly Martin

Located in Upper Salt Creek in Canyonlands National Park, “Big Ruin” is the largest ancient pueblo ruin found within the park.

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Cliff Dwellings, Alcoves, Potsherds and “Museum Rocks”..

Posted on April 29, 2010 by Shelly Martin

I have just returned from a backpacking trip, exploring a remote canyon system in Canyonlands National Park, UT.  In addition to the incredible desert canyon scenery, you can see some of the more interesting archaeological sites to be found in the Southwest.  Rock … Continue reading →

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