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CLICK HERE: Guided Tour - Explore Nine Mile Canyon With the Author of "Echoes of the Ancestors"
Step into the “World’s Longest Outdoor Art Gallery.”
Nine Mile Canyon is a place where stories are etched into stone and painted on sheer cliff faces—messages left by the people who have called this land home for thousands of years. Across its winding miles are ancient dwellings, sacred symbols, and intricate designs that speak of lifeways, beliefs, and deep connections to the land. Many of these treasures remain hidden from casual visitors, waiting for someone who knows where—and how—to look.
On this unforgettable journey, you’ll be guided by Verlicia Perez, author of Echoes of the Ancestors, a book born from exploring and documenting more than 100 archaeological sites within the canyon. Along the way, you’ll hear stories woven from research, Indigenous oral history, and personal experiences walking this land—bringing the canyon’s rock art and ancient sites vividly to life.
Tour Highlights
Led by the Author – Guided by the creator of Echoes of the Ancestors, offering unique insight into the canyon’s history and culture.
6–7 Hours in the Canyon – A full day immersed in Nine Mile Canyon, exploring its landscapes, stories, and history at a relaxed, unhurried pace.
Handpicked Sites – Visit more than 25 of the canyon’s most remarkable panels, structures, and cultural landmarks—carefully chosen to showcase its finest treasures. Your tour also includes a stop in a secluded side canyon, home to one of the most impressive rock art panels in the region, a place known to few and missed by most.
Exclusive Access to Knowledge – Discover the hidden stories behind Nine Mile’s iconic rock art, drawn from years of research and Indigenous oral history.
Cultural Depth – Gain a deeper understanding of the Archaic, Fremont, and Ute traditions, artistry, and enduring connection to this land.
Personalized and Flexible – Follow a thoughtfully structured route that can be adapted to your interests, ensuring your journey is as unique as you are.
Lunch in the Canyon – Pause mid-day to enjoy lunch surrounded by breathtaking scenery before continuing your exploration.
What to Bring – Your own drinks and lunch, along with curiosity, respect, and a sense of wonder. This is more than a tour—it’s an opportunity to hear the voices of those who walked this land long before us and to see the canyon through their eyes.
Availability – Offered on weekends in the spring and fall, when the canyon’s weather and light are at their most spectacular. (Weather permitting)
Price – $325 for up to 4 people, plus $25 for each additional guest. Every booking includes a personally signed copy of Echoes of the Ancestors—a $45 value—so you can take home a beautiful keepsake filled with photographs and stories from the very sites you’ll explore, allowing you to relive your journey long after it ends.
Call or email to book your tour!
📞 910-358-6372
📧 echoesoftheancestors2025@gmail.com
Step into the “World’s Longest Outdoor Art Gallery.”
Nine Mile Canyon is a place where stories are etched into stone and painted on sheer cliff faces—messages left by the people who have called this land home for thousands of years. Across its winding miles are ancient dwellings, sacred symbols, and intricate designs that speak of lifeways, beliefs, and deep connections to the land. Many of these treasures remain hidden from casual visitors, waiting for someone who knows where—and how—to look.
On this unforgettable journey, you’ll be guided by Verlicia Perez, author of Echoes of the Ancestors, a book born from exploring and documenting more than 100 archaeological sites within the canyon. Along the way, you’ll hear stories woven from research, Indigenous oral history, and personal experiences walking this land—bringing the canyon’s rock art and ancient sites vividly to life.
Tour Highlights
Led by the Author – Guided by the creator of Echoes of the Ancestors, offering unique insight into the canyon’s history and culture.
6–7 Hours in the Canyon – A full day immersed in Nine Mile Canyon, exploring its landscapes, stories, and history at a relaxed, unhurried pace.
Handpicked Sites – Visit more than 25 of the canyon’s most remarkable panels, structures, and cultural landmarks—carefully chosen to showcase its finest treasures. Your tour also includes a stop in a secluded side canyon, home to one of the most impressive rock art panels in the region, a place known to few and missed by most.
Exclusive Access to Knowledge – Discover the hidden stories behind Nine Mile’s iconic rock art, drawn from years of research and Indigenous oral history.
Cultural Depth – Gain a deeper understanding of the Archaic, Fremont, and Ute traditions, artistry, and enduring connection to this land.
Personalized and Flexible – Follow a thoughtfully structured route that can be adapted to your interests, ensuring your journey is as unique as you are.
Lunch in the Canyon – Pause mid-day to enjoy lunch surrounded by breathtaking scenery before continuing your exploration.
What to Bring – Your own drinks and lunch, along with curiosity, respect, and a sense of wonder. This is more than a tour—it’s an opportunity to hear the voices of those who walked this land long before us and to see the canyon through their eyes.
Availability – Offered on weekends in the spring and fall, when the canyon’s weather and light are at their most spectacular. (Weather permitting)
Price – $325 for up to 4 people, plus $25 for each additional guest. Every booking includes a personally signed copy of Echoes of the Ancestors—a $45 value—so you can take home a beautiful keepsake filled with photographs and stories from the very sites you’ll explore, allowing you to relive your journey long after it ends.
Call or email to book your tour!
📞 910-358-6372
📧 echoesoftheancestors2025@gmail.com