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Posted in Utah Attractions March 24, 2017 by Catherine Armstrong

This Roadside Attraction In Utah Is The Most Unique Thing You’ve Ever Seen

Utah’s first human residents lived in cliff dwellings and caves. The Anasazi lived here as early as 1000 BC, and of course, dinosaurs roamed this land much earlier than that – as early as 225 million years ago. Luckily, Utahns have plenty of fossils, bones and artifacts that allow us to learn more about the rich history of the Beehive State. Take a look at this unique roadside attraction that lets you get up close to dinosaur tracks and Native American artifacts.

Travel along Route 89 just a few miles north of Kanab, and you can't miss this sign on the side of the road.

Pull over and you'll see this sandstone cave. You won't believe what you find inside.

The cave was purchased in 1951 by the Chamberlain family, who set up a bar and dance hall. They eventually turned the cave into a museum.

The original bar, with its unique bar stools, still sits inside.

Check out the bar top! You can't get a drink here now, but you can admire the unique characteristics of the craftsmanship.

The cave now serves as a museum, and it's full of little treasures that are rich in history.

Take a look at the large collection of dinosaur tracks here - remnants of some of Kanab's oldest residents.

You'll also find more than 1,000 Anasazi-Navajo artifacts, including arrowheads, tools and pottery.

These pieces truly take you back to a time when native peoples worked and lived here. Archaeologists believe that the Anasazi used this cave for food storage as long ago as AD 500. The cave maintains a temperature of 60 degrees, year-round.

The museum has some cool pioneer artifacts. This old 40-70 Winchester was found near Kanab Creek. This model was first manufactured in 1894.

White settlers began attempting to found towns in this area in the mid 1850s. Moqui Cave has several odds and ends from the pioneer era.

For a truly unique experience, step into the dark room that's full of fluorescent rocks and minerals.

The little gift shop is a great place to find some unique gifts.

You can find native pottery, turquoise jewelry and other hand-crafted, locally-made gifts.

Lex and Lee Anne own and operate Moqui Cave now, continuing the tradition of Lex's father, Garth.

Have you visited Moqui Cave? What’s your favorite thing inside?

Want to explore a little more? Take a look at these 7 Bizarre Utah Roadside Attractions.

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Catherine Armstrong

Writer, editor and researcher with a passion for exploring new places. Catherine loves local bookstores, independent films, and spending time with her family, including Gus the golden retriever, who is a very good boy.