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Off-Road Adventure to Glitter Mountain and Indian Petroglyph's

Off-Road Adventure to Glitter Mountain and Indian Petroglyph's

Overview

Get off road and see some of the little known archeology and geological sites near St. George. The archeology site that we visit is said to contain petroglyphs from several cultures that span some 8,000 years. Glitter Mountain is special. Here you can find your own unique opaque stone and keep it as a souvenir.

City: St George

Sun 22 Dec

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Starting at $99.00

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Sun 22 Dec

Starting at $99.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Bottled water

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
There are (2) seats available for children 5-10 years old and (5) adult seats.
Bathroom facilities are available at the 1/2 way point.
The dirt roads are fairly smooth with little jolting. If you are in late term pregnancy or serious health conditions that can be easily aggravated by dust and/or bumpy roads, you are asked to travel at your own risk.
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised

What To Expect

Little Black Mountain Petroglyph Site

We will meet at the location off River Rd. and Southern Pkwy. Begin your experience by buckling into our off road side x side which has been built specifically for off-road tours. Your tour guide will take up to 7 travelers on a journey down an old dirt trail that has been used by Indian cultures and early settlers for thousands of years. Our first stop will be at the Little Black Mountain Petroglyph Site. Here, you will witness first hand expressions of tradition and lore carved into stone. Religious tradition, hunting maps and stories of life are carved into these boulders that span some 8,000 years and several cultures. This is a short walk into this well preserved archeological preserve that gives you a taste of the past. Here you can try to figure out the meaning of some of these simple and sometimes detailed markings. This is a good place to photograph ancient art.

Glitter Mountain

After leaving the Little Black Mountain Petroglyph Site, we will travel deeper into the back country. Over the years, there have been many travelers here. Even today, much of this land is used to graze livestock. You will see evidence of mining in the nearby hills. This land is rich in minerals including gold, silver, platinum and more commonly, gypsum. Gypsum is mined in parts of Utah, Arizona, Nevada and California. At Glitter Mountain, an open gypsum mine is available to the public. Pieces of gypsum scattered across the mounds of dirt "glitters" in the sunlight, hence "Glitter Mountain". Here you can find your own special piece of glitter and keep it as a souvenir.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (10)

ollysd

Jul 2022

This was one of the best tours we’ve ever been on. We were a group of 7. We had so much fun learning about the history of the area and the petroglyphs. My kids loved searching for rocks at glitter mountain. Our guide was friendly, flexible and knowledgeable. I highly recommend!!!

Pavaia2019

Jul 2021

This tour is perfect for “older “ adults and families with young kids, in my opinion. I was looking for a tour that wouldn’t be so hardcore or extreme. Mike, the guide and driver, was a lot of fun and I would bet he adapts to all different kinds of personalities. Mike seems to be very knowledgeable and very interested in the petroglyphs. The adventure was definitely worth the cost. My husband and I had the tour all to ourselves! Being from Michigan, the desert and mountainous climates were so different for us and it was nice experiencing the scenery close up.

SuzC123

Jun 2021

Fun adventure in the desert! Seeing Petroglyphs, Glittering Rocks, and a cave made for a one of a kind adventure! Mike was a friendly and knowledgeable guide.