Along the Pahranagat Trail
While exploring remote areas of southern Nevada, we have noticed many petroglyph sites along what we call the "PAHRANAGAT TRAIL." The sites span no less than the distance from the upper White River Narrows to the southern terminus of the Pahranagat Wash, and perhaps a much greater area.
The regional ancients, referred to as the Pahranagats, traveled back and forth to socialize and trade--communicating along the way--with what we now call rock art, petroglyphs, pictographs and graffiti.
There are many theories about the origins and meanings of these ancient markings. Seemingly, many are "special" or "ritual" events of daily life such as: hunting and food gathering, births, deaths, coming of age rites and communication with the spirit world. There are also indications of petroglyphs marking territorial boundaries and travel routes.
Although many of these secrets of the past will continue to puzzle archeologists, rock art will forever intrigue us with its mystique.
The Pahranagat Trail sites are located in
Lincoln County
