Located just outside of Montrose, the Shavano Valley is one of the most picturesque and important rock art sites in western Colorado. The site was used from at least 1000 BCE to 1900 CE by both the Archaic and Ute peoples. Tours are led by a trained Shavano Valley Petroglyph Docent.
Participants must dress for the weather. Bring water, sun hat, sunscreen and wear sturdy shoes. Sturdy shoes or boots are ideal for the rough trail and steep slopes. The tour takes approximately one hour over uneven ground.
Contact the Ute Indian Museum (970) 249-3098 for reservations.
History Colorado’s Tours & Treks has been offering a grand assortment of travels to enrich your understanding of our state’s history and beyond. Walk in the footsteps of those who came before and learn the stories behind the sights. In 2024, we are returning to our roots with the ever-popular Organ Crawl, as well as an international trek and a pair of train adventures! We'll see how the past has informed the present, ponder how art helps us understand our history, and so much more on a series of trips specially designed to inspire wonder!
