Join Jim Boone and the Friends of Gold Butte as they explore this scenic hike through the Falling Man petroglyph area. This is a place to wander slowly and marvel in the glorious scenery where the rock walls are adorned with petroglyphs and pictographs. This hike requires a small bit of rock scrambling as we move among the crags and above the cliffs.

Other than the standard warnings about hiking in the desert, this is a safe area, but be careful scrambling around on the rocks. The walking is fairly easy, but parts of the route cross rocky areas where the use-trail is faint. While in the area, remember that petroglyphs and pictographs are national treasures and are easily damaged. Please do not touch them, as the oils from you skin can degrade them. Be sure and bring your camera, and take plenty of photos to remember your hike.

While hiking, please respect the land and the other people out there, and try to Leave No Trace of your passage. Be prepared to pack out everything you pack in. Also, even though this hike is short, this is a wild and remote area without services of any kind (no restrooms, no water, no gas, no food, no cell service).

Bring plenty of water, food/snacks for yourself, and wear weather-appropriate clothing. Layers are best, so you can adjust for the temperature fluctuations during the day. Please also bring hand sanitizer and sunscreen and wear closed-toed shoes and a hat. Hiking poles may also be helpful.

We will meet at the junction of Highway 170 and Gold Butte Road at 9:00 AM and will return by 4:00 PM. Because of Covid-19 restrictions, we are unable to provide carpool services, and attendees will not be permitted to carpool from the Meetup. The trailhead is accessible with a carefully driven sedan, although high clearance vehicles are preferred. You will need to wear a mask when in close proximity of others. Social distancing protocol will be followed.

Please provide a cell phone number so we can contact you in case of changes. At the close of registration, you will be sent a link to the waiver. Please print, fill out and bring with you to the Meetup. If you register for this hike and then find that you are unable to attend, please change your status to “not going” and/or let one of the organizers know so someone from the waitlist will have the opportunity to participate. We understand that emergencies happen, but if you decide not to go, please kindly give 48 hours notice so someone else may attend. Please, also, if you go out with our group, be courteous and tell the leader if you need to leave prior to the end of the tour, or if you wish to stay later on your own. Friends of Gold Butte cannot be responsible for those who fail to stay with and inform the group of a change in plans. We want everyone to be safe!