Petroglyph
Maricopa County, AZ
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
BLM-managed basalt outcrop west of Gila Bend holding roughly 800 Hohokam and Patayan pecked figures plus historic traveler inscriptions. A short developed loop trail, picnic area, and campground make this one of Arizona’s most accessible desert rock-art sites on public land.
| Region | Maricopa County, AZ |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 33.0244, -113.0454 |
| ARPA | Rock art is protected by federal law (ARPA) — do not touch, chalk, wet, or deface the panels. |
| Access | Paved/graded access off I-8 west of Gila Bend; passenger cars OK in dry weather |
| Agency | BLM Lower Sonoran Field Office |
| Style | Hohokam / Patayan desert varnish petroglyphs |
| Status | National Register of Historic Places |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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Plan ahead. Leave no trace. Verify current access before traveling.