There’s An Awesome Rock Ranch Hiding In Arizona And You’ll Want To Visit

The Grand Canyon State is rife with unique rock formations and ancient petroglyphs, but Rock Art Ranch near Winslow brings them both together. Dating back over 10,000 years, this privately-owned chunk of land takes you on a journey through Arizona history.

A privately-owned cattle ranch near Winslow, this historic site has been home to various groups for the past 13,000 years.

Hunter-gatherers and both sedentary and semi-nomadic farmers have all left their own unique legacy on the land.

Over 3,000 petroglyphs have been discovered on the property, most dating to between 5000 B.C. and 1400 A.D.

Visitors can take a two-mile hike through towering stone escarpments, marveling at ancient depictions of animals, people, and other sacred symbols.

As is customary on a ranch, cattle and buffalo roam freely through the fields.

How adorable are those little calves?

You'll also see excavated Anasazi dwellings, and a Navajo hogan and sweat lodge.

Prepare to gain not only knowledge, but also a newfound appreciation for the peoples who shaped Arizona into what it is today.

This rustic barn harbors a fascinating array of relics collected from the grounds.

Outside, a collection of petrified wood takes you back in time over 200 million years, to the very beginnings of the land that would later become our home state.

Inside the museum, you'll see artifacts from both American Indians and cowboys.

Baird discovered many of the items himself, despite no formal training in archaeology, and decided it was his duty to share them with the public.

Tours are by reservation only, and admission is $5.

Mr. Baird will provide exact directions when you call (928) 386-5047 or (928) 288-3260 to schedule.

Visit the ranch's Facebook page to learn more.

Have you ever been to Rock Art Ranch? If so, we'd love to hear all about your visit!