Authorities in southeastern Utah are investigating vandalism at a petroglyph site near Moab, where ancient rock art was recently defaced with modern markings.
The Grand County Sheriff’s Office says the damage appears to include names and advertising etched directly into the rock wall in the Tusher Tunnel area—an act that permanently harms cultural resources that have survived for centuries. Some of the vandalism includes etchings of "646," "Baja Toys," and "ATV."
Petroglyphs are not just historic artifacts—they are sacred and irreplaceable records of Indigenous history and presence on the land. Even small impacts can cause lasting damage.
If you’re visiting sites like these, the rule is simple: look, don’t touch. Stay on designated paths, avoid leaning or placing hands on rock art, and never trace or mark over existing images.
Officials are asking anyone with information about the vandalism to contact the Grand County Sheriff’s Office.
