Stone Storehouse Trail

Stone Storehouse Trail. . Indigenous people long survived here through hard work and ingenuity. Nearly 700 years ago, some built these small stone structures, possibly to use for storage or ceremonial purposes. In Canyonlands, even older structures still stand, but archeologists have found few villages. This suggests that early inhabitants farmed intensively, yet may have lived here only seasonally. Without human impact, these masonry structures can survive for centuries in the desert climate. Please help protect these places by not climbing up to or entering structures. Any contact can erode foundations and weaken walls., Trail Description , This short loop trail passes a small structure tucked beneath a ledge above a dry wash. Do not climb up to or enter the structure. See trail guide for more information., Roundtrip Distance , 0.3 miles (0.5 km), 20 minutes, Protect Yourself , . In Summer: Drink plenty of water, eat salty snacks, and limit activity to mornings and evenings. , . In Winter: Drink plenty of water, dress in layers, and carry traction devices for your shoes. Trails can be treacherous when icy. , . Cairns: Small rock piles called cairns mark the trails. Do move, knock down, or build additional cairns as this can cause other hikers to lose their way. , . Lightning: Return to your vehicle if possible. Avoid lone trees, cliff edges, or high ridges., Protect Your Park , . Always walk on trails, rock, or in wash bottoms to protect biological soil crust (knobby black dirt). , . Preserve your heritage. Do not enter, alter, or deface archeological sites. , . Do not mark on rocks. It is unsightly and illegal. , . Pets, strollers, and bicycles are not permitted on trails. , . It is illegal to remove natural or cultural objects including plants, rocks, wood, or artifacts.