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Courthouse Wash Pictographs
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The Courthouse Wash Pictographs are a remarkable collection of prehistoric rock art located just outside Moab, Utah. Etched into a sandstone cliff face, these panels feature life-sized human figures, bighorn sheep, and abstract designs created by the Ancestral Puebloans and Ute tribes. A short, easy hike along Courthouse Wash leads to the site, where interpretive signs explain the cultural significance. The art is remarkably well-preserved, offering a rare glimpse into the spiritual and daily lives of ancient peoples.
Don't miss
- View detailed pictographs of human figures and bighorn sheep.
- Learn about the Ancestral Puebloan and Ute cultures from interpretive signs.
- Enjoy an easy 0.5-mile round-trip hike along a sandy wash.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Courthouse Wash Pictographs
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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