Archaeology - Grand Canyon River Guide

The Archaeology and Native Peoples section dives into the deep human history of the Grand Canyon. Starting with John Wesley Powell’s 1869 expedition, it explores early discoveries of ancient ruins and pueblos, including Bright Angel Pueblo—evidence of life here centuries before modern tribes. You'll learn about the Paleoindians who passed through the region over 12,000 years ago, hunting mammoths and leaving behind stone tools. From ancestral pueblos to prehistoric migration, this section blends science and story to trace the canyon’s earliest residents. It’s a fascinating look at the people who shaped this land long before it became a river runner’s paradise.