Name: Painted Rock sacred Native American site
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Location: San Luis Obispo County, California, United States

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Access is usually gated from the south, near the visitor center. In winter there is typically just one weekly guided tour to access the site, in part because of breeding birds, as well as cultural respect. In summer there may be self-guided tour access, check online or call for updates. Both are free but require often several months advance reservation here blm.gov/visit/painted-rock

The sandstone formation at Painted Rock has long drawn the attention of Carrizo Plain National Monument visitors. About 3,000 - 4,000 years ago, Native Americans began to paint their sacred images with the alcove of the rock. Not surprisingly, the power of this place continues to enthrall, and it still receives many visitors today. Spiritual leaders and other tribal members created the rock paintings as an expression of their cultural and religious beliefs.

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