Prehistoric Man
Valley of Fire was home to early desert peoples long before recorded history. The Basket Maker culture used this region beginning around 300 B.C., followed centuries later by Ancestral Pueblo (Anasazi) farmers from the nearby Moapa Valley. Their presence continued until about 1150 A.D.
In later times, the Southern Paiute visited the area to hunt, gather food, and take part in religious ceremonies. Because water was scarce, their stays were brief. Petroglyphs found on the sandstone walls throughout the park remain as lasting signs of their visits.
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