The volcanic tableland north of Bishop, CA are known to have been populated by ancient Native Americans for thousands of years. Many left their marks in the form of rock art on the boulders littering the landscape and usually in concentrated areas. This area is known as Fish Slough.
I park the jeep and get out to explore the area. There are a number of panels here, mostly scattered on short boulders. The first one I notice seems to represent an exceptionally tall and lean human figure. Perhaps the 'Robert Wadlow' of his time. Other mysterious figures and symbols adorn many of the boulders in the area.
As I head back to the jeep, I notice the jewel of the site. A RV-sized boulder eroded at the ground level so as to appear similar to a high table. The entire edge facing away from the parking area is covered with petroglyphs. Various patterns, spirals, and other figures decorate the edge - quite impressive.
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