McConkie Ranch Petroglyphs
The McConkie Ranch Petroglyphs are Native American rock imagery primarily associated with the Fremont archaeological culture. They include some of the best examples anywhere of the “Classic Vernal Style” of Fremont rock imagery. Because of this, the McConkie Ranch Petroglyphs are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The petroglyphs are on private land owned by Bar V Bar Enterprises Inc., a corporation operated by members of the McConkie family who keep this area open for the public to experience.
Visitation Rules
The McConkie family asks that all visitors follow these rules:
Large Groups: To manage visitation levels and ensure the most enjoyable experience for all, if you would like to visit the petroglyphs with a group of 15 people or more, you are required to send us a message in advance to request permission. Please use our contact form.
This is a privately owned ranch. If rules are not followed or respect is not shown, we reserve the right to remove you from the property for trespassing.
Park in designated parking only.
Do not block or park along roads.
Parking is for petroglyph visitors only.
Stay on designated trails only.
Stay in groups – don’t wander off by yourself.
Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times. Please bag up your dog’s waste and dispose of it at the trailhead.
Do not touch the rock images or the surfaces of the surrounding rocks.
Do not climb on rocks or cliffs.
Close all gates you walk through.
Do not feed or bother wildlife.
Do not remove or damage vegetation.
Do not litter.
No overnight parking or camping.
No drones or drone photography. Still photography only.
No professional photography (i.e., photos or video to be used for financial gain or advertisement) allowed.
Be respectful in your language and actions.
Donations
The McConkie family relies on donations from visitors and supporters to cover the costs of keeping the petroglyphs open to the public. Donations are optional and are not required to visit the petroglyphs. Please consider making a donation here (suggested amount is $5 per person).
Volunteer
If your visit to the McConkie Ranch Petroglyphs inspires you to take action to help protect Utah’s irreplaceable archaeological resources, please consider joining the Utah State Historic Preservation Office’s Utah Cultural Site Stewardship Program.
Take time to appreciate the beauty of the surrounding area. Look at the mountains, the canyon, the plants, and the wildlife. Listen to the native sounds. Feel the sun and wind.
-Clay Johnson