Petroglyph Wall Trail

.21 miles • Easy • One Way

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    Common Questions

    Distance:
    .21 miles
    Class:
    Class 1
    Dogs:
    Ok
    Type:
    One Way
    Difficulty:
    Easy
    Parking:
    Lost Creek parking lot.
    Restrooms:
    Yes
    Reception:
    No
    Access:
    From the parking lot.
    Good to Know:
    Upon entering the lot, you could very well follow the Lost Creek trail to Willow Springs and Petroglyph all in one go. There's no need to hike each separately.
    Why:
    There's a small wall at the end with petroglyphs. Do note however, this is somewhat of a poor example of rock art. There's a better collection in Calico Hills 1 hiking north. Brownstone Archaeological District is most definitely the best in the area, but difficult to access due to a residential area built circa 2023. Damsel Peak also has an array of petroglyphs.
    Wildlife Probability:
    None
    Trailhead coordinates:
    36.16119, -115.49899 — Map

    Petroglyph Wall Trail

    The Petroglyph Wall Trail offers one of the most accessible glimpses into Red Rock Canyon’s archaeological heritage. The short walk leads to a compact but meaningful panel of petroglyphs etched by the region’s early inhabitants. While this panel is significant, it represents only a small fraction of the rock art found throughout the American Southwest. Red Rock Canyon contains much more elaborate and extensive sites, including the Brownstone Basin Archaeological District and scattered panels in areas such as Calico Hills 1 and 2. Across the broader Southwest, locations like Valley of Fire hold an innumerable amount of petroglyphs—some believed to be more than a thousand years old.

    Because these images are irreplaceable cultural resources, defacement is a federal crime. Vandals caught carving, painting, or scratching over these panels have faced substantial fines, felony charges, and even jail time. The Petroglyph Wall Trail serves as both a viewing experience and a reminder of the importance of stewardship. Each mark left by past cultures holds meaning, and preserving these ancient expressions ensures that future generations can understand and appreciate the long human story woven into Red Rock Canyon.

    Photography by Mohave Edge
    High-resolution desert & wilderness imagery captured on foot across Southern Nevada.
    Petroglyph Wall Trail desert canyon scenery
    Petroglyph Wall Trail desert canyon scenery

    Last updated: February 13, 2026

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