Seminole Canyon State Park and Historic Site

Seminole Canyon State Park and Historic Site houses dozens of ancient petroglyphs, some created as long as 4,000 years ago. Fate Bell Shelter in Seminole Canyon contains some of North America's oldest and most secret rock paintings. The Curly Tail Panther site on the Devil's River features a gorgeous panther painting on the wall of another cave, this one visible from the hiking trail.

Guided tours: of Fate Bell Shelter, Wednesday through Sunday at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Camping: campsites with water only or water/electricity.

Picnicking: picnic tables with fire rings and grills in day-use area.

Bicycling: 8 miles of trails.

Hiking: 8 miles of trails. Guide required for canyon trail.

Interpretive museum: fascinating exhibits about the area's ancient Indians and its more recent history.

Texas State Parks Store: unique gifts, books, etc.

Location: Val Verde County, 45 miles west of Del Rio, off U.S. 90.

For more information:
Seminole Canyon State Park and Historic Site
P.O. Box 820/Hwy. 90 W
Comstock, TX 78837
(915) 292-4464
www.tpwd.state.tx.us/park/seminole/seminole.htm

For all reservations, call (512) 389-8900.
For information only, call (800) 792-1112.

Rock Art Foundation

The Rock Art Foundation is dedicated to the location and preservation of rock art sites and the education of the public. The Foundation conducts tours at many sites throughout the region, including to the White Shaman Shelter site on the Pecos River, the Curly Tail Panther site on the Devil's River, and the Fate Bell Shelter at Seminole Canyon State Historical Park.

For more information, tour schedules, and fees:
The Rock Art Foundation
4833 Fredericksburg
San Antonio, TX 78229
(888) ROCKART (762-5278)
(210) 525-9907 (in San Antonio)
rockart.org