What I Discovered High Above the Ground Will Leave You Speechless!

[@watcherspirit2351]

Takes forever to watch videos such as this. I have to pause repeatedly and stare at the screen and drink it all in. Thank you, Mr. T. Planner, for another incredible video!

[@anned372]

Are you complaining 😂😊❤

[@TheTrekPlanner]

haha I love to see these types of comments! Thanks for watching!

[@susancazier8244]

Thanks, loved sharing your joy in the discovery.

[@barbarabliss-dt7of]

As a former art teacher I am blown away by all the rock art new and untouched. What a beautiful amazing find!!!!

[@TheTrekPlanner]

And NO bullet holes too! Such a rare thing to see! Thanks for watching!

[@kengriffiths7010]

I'll try and be short. I took a tour around Blanding, Utah with a Navaho guide service to ancient sites. It was amazing and inspiring to hear his interpretation of the sites and meaning of some rock art. If you ever get a chance to talk with or go on a trip with a native American, I think it would make an amazing video!

[@gailhowes9398]

There must be tribal elders for each group that could tell you what their beliefs are especially for these petroglyphs. What if you could contact the closest elders as they would be able to guide you to the correct person via email?

[@jmcboo0208]

My thought exactly!

[@karamia1392]

Your drone skills are amazing.

[@boossersgarage3239]

it's his eyes, he can see things from miles away it appears...

[@TheTrekPlanner]

I appreciate that! Thank you!

[@elsiecater156]

What a gift the drone has made to this type of looking for ancient civilizations and art work. Am amazed at how high up the items are one has to wonder how did they do them not a few minutes work, so wonderful we all would love to understand what all these items meant, thanks the close ups are great.😊

[@SouthWestWildernessScotland]

Jeff the ring markings on the right hand wall at 5.39 are the same markings we have over here in Scotland. If you search ballochmyle cup and ring marks on google you will see a few video's off them. We call them cup and ring markings over here.

[@SchoolforHackers]

Interesting! Do you have spirals as well?

[@SouthWestWildernessScotland]

@@SchoolforHackers We just just the rings/circles as far as I know. It's been said that the ones here in Scotland are around 5000 years old.

[@tahnibobonnie]

5:39 time stamp.

[@jennifersiegrist8440]

Wow fantastic find. Thank you for trekking there ❤❤❤❤

[@karendavis7988]

Those are ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! ❤❤❤

[@srf2112]

I once saw a fascinating video where an elderly Native American spoke of two distinct types of 'rock art'. I believe it was on an episode of "Skinwalker Ranch'. One type depicts literal details of their everyday world and the other type depicts the spirit world with esoteric symbols and beings. I am definitely no expert but it looks to me that both types are represented in places here. The bighorn sheep would be an example of the former and the triangular being with arms out and fingers down likely being an example of the latter. To them they were two distinct realities they lived amongst and from my own experiences I am inclined to believe they were not mistaken but I digress. If you run across that video I think you would find the information extremely enlightening. Thank you for another wonderful adventure.

[@Janer-52]

Wow, that makes perfect sense. We all do the same. Whether in pictures, literature, etc, there is reality and imagination. Sometimes we can't tell the difference.

[@LP-fy8wr]

I agree for sure. They find the same spirals all over world

[@srf2112]

@@Janer-52 Similar but in their case these were both legitimate 'realities' that exist simultaneously.

[@marthafenimore4279]

Was wondering if some of them depicted what they saw when they smoked peyote or some other type of drug. This is an exceptional trip to the desert. Thanks.

[@srf2112]

@@LP-fy8wr Yes they do. That is an intriguing mystery but indicative of an ancient connection worldwide imho.

[@suemick8709]

Great find Jeff. Always a pleasure to see your adventures. Much respect.

[@benparker7244]

First, thank you!. Especially for your humility and gentle spirit . Respect for all that has come before us. Thank you!

[@calgram]

Indeed!!!! Your presentations are that much more enjoyable in that you present what you see without drama or improvisations, and you are so genuinely thrilled and filled with wonder by the finds you make. Thank you sooooo much!

[@desertgecko4549]

Great find! As for being 350 feet up, remember that these glyphs could be 13-20k years old, and the landscape has changed over the millennia. The canyon floor was likely much higher when the artists did their work. I've seen some glyphs here in Nevada that were in the middle of nowhere, on the edge of an expansive valley. But clearly, that valley is a dry lake bed, and the glyphs were drawn on the lakeshore. --- I wonder if the jagged white line represents lightning. Bur you're right to note that it's hard to decipher these glyphs using our 21st-century minds. We see things that didn't exist way back when.

[@brendabaggett1691]

Absolutely mind blowing art! Thank you for so much video of this wonderful find. Keep doing what you are doing. Seeing these finds makes me want to sit and stare at these all day long. It would be great if you could find some indigenous people who might be able to interpret these images.

[@randomvintagefilm273]

I doubt they are that old

[@desertgecko4549]

@@randomvintagefilm273 Yeah, Utah glyphs are generally thought to be not as old as the ones here in northwest Nevada. Around Winnemucca, the glyphs are estimated to be between 10k and 15k years old, with some estimating them to be from 20k years ago. But considering that the last ice age uncovered this region around 20k years ago, it's doubtful many petroglyphs are that old -- and certainly no older. And in Utah, YMMV. Regardless, this was a great find!

[@TheTrekPlanner]

That is so true and great to remember! SO much could have happened even in the last 300 years alone. Imagine hundreds then thousands of years went by

[@nunyabusiness4510]

Cheers from Australia mate. Love the videos, great narratives, great footage. Keep up the great work.

[@anned372]

Cheers mate from south Australia 😊

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Thank you for watching!!

[@scottperine8027]

Grateful for your sharing this amazing site Jeff.

[@amazed6796]

Thanks, Jeff. It's so enjoyable, exciting and adventurous to join you on your expiditions. You use your dreams and talents to brighten up our 'stay at home' time. You're a blessed to bless others and you're doing a great job while at it. Today's video is remarkable. No damage done. Though you don't show anything of the slight cave, it would be interesting to see what's on the inside. We might never know what happened there but it sure is interesting. May you be blessed in the coming days, months and years, with many more save but exciting treks, much more than you can even dream of. Looking forward to your next adventure 👏🏻🙌🏻

[@MitchLaFortune]

Jeff, have you read ‘The Rocks Begin to Speak’, by Martineau? He has many good suggestions on these glyphs. I believe that you have discovered a major trade route depicted by widely understood ancient sign language Nation wide. Thanks for your enthusiasm and respect for these treasures from the past.

[@thtithilrunagate4577]

Today started off quiet but then we get to see your adventure

[@lorichaplin7328]

Sooo coool! Wow!

[@1208bug]

Cool discovery Jeff, the vandals haven't wrecked it1

[@PabloRomero-sh3zn]

Pictograms, Petroglypjs and Rock Art are incredible. Such an unaccesible área and some of the were painted so high....

[@Bonzi_Buddy]

I have some great examples in my basement I chiseled out after a trip to Utah. Ancient history staring me in the face as I type on my computer.

[@tamirundell8392]

Thanks for the video!

[@scottpraegitzer3252]

I know a lot of locations have banned drones, but I think this proves they are crucial resources for safe exploration and discovery and documentation. Nice job!

[@TheTrekPlanner]

It is getting trickier to navigate drone laws and rules! I'm sure one day they will be banned everywhere except by special permit only

[@budsimon4989]

Always enjoy your videos - as a native of the southwest they are meaningful. A couple of comments - at 5:16 when you pause the drone to focus on the panel, there is actually another panel higher up on the right. Second - the bare ground beneath the initial panel speaks to some type of human occupation or alteration. It could have been a space for temporary habitation but it is distinct from the surrounding area and has a well defined boundary that suggests that it may have been altered at some time in the ancient past.

[@harrisonzeno]

Just ordered your book on Nine Mile Canyon. Another great video!

[@chadrushing4685]

If you are a hunter you would drive the Pronghorn off the cliff and then climb down to recover them at the base of that cliff. Many of the panels show Pronghorn falling and the hunters would drive them with outstretched arms. They are just retelling their story.

[@shannonwhitaker9630]

How cool…we can infer whatever we like with these drawings. Yes… stick figures with outstretched arm indicate game drives and the spiral circles depected everywhere indicate witnessed Rocket-Spacecraft launches viewed from afar lol

[@shawnmcclelland68]

Wow bro great footage. Keep them coming.

[@M1A500YDS]

What a great find! This is the best untouched discovery you could want. The ancient art is so intriguing and mysterious it elicits an almost emotional response in me. I wonder if the people that made these also saw ancient or very old rock art themselves, then continued the tradition for the generations that followed to show them that they were there too. There is just so much we don't know, and like you said, we will never really know. Thank You for sharing your adventures with us!!!

[@ArtisticImpressionsbyBobRouth]

Jeff, I think these are story boards. When these people went on a hunt and had a story to tell of how great they were at hunting and also to mark where they found food. Others know that food lives in this place. As an artist that is what strikes me about most of the rock art. Other things I've noticed is that they also tell others where things like water and shelter are located. Like bill boards alone the hiway. What do you think?

[@graemeverryt618]

The world wide sttickman that depicted the plasma field ancients everywhere witnessed... most important only story boards

[@elakay4397]

Jeff, im not trying to be spooky or anything, I think their spirits wanted YOU to find them because of your love for this and how respectful you are with the whole thing. Feel you are the first to find them. Gives me gooses bumps. 😊

[@skyeseaborn1170]

Fantastic! It is real ancient fireworks Jeff. Thanks so much for sharing these with us. Have a happy, healthy 2025.

[@Mariel_Moon]

Spirals are very interesting! People have always made them. Our galaxy is a spiral, and there is lot's of them in nature. I got a spiral tattoo! To me, it is a symbol of healing. ❤ Sometimes, I really wonder what these people have seen. We can only guess. Thank you so much for all the work you do and sharing this with us. ❤

[@johnganshow5536]

The spirals at Chaco Canyon NM seem to be calendars, on Fajada Butte, where the sun dagger points to a certain circle at a certain time of the year...

[@Apollo1011]

The white zig zag line above and then coming down and touching the person could be a depiction of lightning striking a person.

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Now I see it! Thanks for that!

[@duane9166]

The one on the left could be a guy pushing a wheelbarrow or riding a sled pulled by dogs

[@djkeltn]

Very interesting. Thank you for taking me along! 😊

[@BigBassAssassin]

Looks like something was once there by the first rock art, if you notice the entire area under it is cleared out and leveled

[@lorettamcgee969]

Not only so high up but also, so many!!! A big advertising billboard!!!😊❤

[@dianeanderson8933]

Oh WOW!! I'm just speechless! What beautiful petroglyphs/pictographs!! I'm glad you are the one to find them!! ❤

[@LevyMorris-r1t]

Thank you for another adventure.

[@prieten49]

Those were the vloggers of their day, "posting" pictures of things that moved them in their life. They must have had some pretty long ladders to do artwork that high. Maybe they learned that pictures lower to the ground were prone to vandalism or erosion. Maybe they wanted them to be seen from afar. We will never know. Congrats on 300,000 subscribers! Happy New Year to the whole Ancient Puebloan "stalking" community here at Trek Planner!

[@nwilcox1120]

Thanks for finding something so interesting and thought provoking. Your treks are so much fun showing us what can be found by using technology to find incredibly old relics.

[@libragirl1077]

What an amazing discovery and fun adventure! Thank you Jeff for sharing your experiences with us! I don’t usually comment as I watch videos on my TV and it doesn’t allow for comments but for this one I had to go grab my phone just so i could comment! (And pause/zoom in a lot lol) At 10:20 it looks like 12 people standing in a line- got me wondering if maybe these are “maps” to communicate locations of hidden caches of food/weapons/supplies with or w/out shelter, and whether it was enough for small or large groups of people. The “wagon” if viewed as being connected to the symbols just before, kinda looks like a cave/door entrance and the “wagon” part might’ve indicated how many rooms/areas/caches or told how many of something to get to it (like 3 days walk, or go past 4 {landmarks} and the symbol above it gives the direction. Definitely fun to try and imagine what they might have been trying to communicate. The “corn” or tall stick person with many arms- could even indicate a measurement of height for the cache/supplies/shelter- like it will be up on the cliffs roughly 5 person lengths from the ground? 🤷🏻‍♀️ also, is there some sort of agency or national tribal council that you can/or do report your discoveries to for documentation and possibly preservation/archeological studies? Especially something like you found in this video, would be amazing to photograph and have in history museum

[@JohnStruth]

This is so fascinating. Thank you for sharing your wonderful find, Jeff. They’re just magical.

[@TheDesertwalker]

This one of your best. Please keep them coming. ( I am another old guy who just can't get around like I used to). All your videos, including your other channel, are very much appreciated.

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Thank you for that! This was a great start to the new year! I'm pumped!!

[@crenelbob]

6:29 I believe this petroglyph shows what seems to be stilts which we have seen been used in tribes still today such as in Africa in the Omo Valley. Great Video!

[@sheilan6235]

Loved this. I think that these depict ceremonial events and things because they aren’t easily seen from below but someone or several people put a lot of time and effort into creating them so they were important to the people who made them

[@Sparks53]

This is a lot of fun coming along with you as you find new rock art. I am sure that you are the first eyes to see some of these because you seem to be breaking new ground and the drone is a real asset.

[@deltajane68]

Thanks!

[@glennroesler4796]

Trek Planner, really enjoyed your video. The rock art is just amazing.

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Thank you so much, Glenn! I appreciate you!

[@tracyroake2815]

Wonderful adventure! Thank you so much !

[@CBWilliams]

That was amazing! So wonderful to see rock art that has not been vandalized. Great way to start the year. Such a gift.

[@TheTrekPlanner]

I'm still so grateful that they have been protected so far!

[@ARose4UTube]

A large number and variety of petroglyphs there, Jeff! Great find! I think we try to read a lot into their meanings, which some are fairly obvious, like the sheep, etc.; but as you said, we'll never know the real intent or objects being symbolized. However since you asked our opinions on it, mine is that they are MOSTLY just ancient graffiti! Something youths of the tribes did, to depict some bird, animals, shaman or people doing things they would have witnessed in their lives. Perhaps, there was even some competition, or others just seeing some drawings, etc., were inspired to make their own. It seems that all peoples have some with a desire to express themselves via drawings and art, and even much of today's graffiti is done by 'street artists!' Either way, thanks again for sharing this large display.👏 I think the reason they were so high up is because that's where the flat walls lend themselves to the art, and solid color backgrounds create the best contrast for their work. 😊👍

[@Rtsoodle]

Really glad you shared this discovery , really fascinating find

[@thefred8481]

Wow!!! What a place!!! Jeff…thanks again for the adventures you bring us

[@barbaralemon4170]

Wow! That is spectacular. What a great discovery!

[@dtork47]

Thanks again Jeff, so enjoy your treks and discoveries! Stay safe.

[@MontanaGMama]

WOW!!!!! What an amazing find!!!! Congrats

[@kirsiselei8703]

Oh wow, so amazing u found those❤ Im so happy i found ur channel and can c these wonders of the past(and absolutely stunning suroundings in there❤ Thank you for the video and all of ur videos🥰

[@antfuzz]

It makes me so happy to watch you get so excited about your adventures.

[@melindarincon7571]

This was wonderful to watch you find these ancient paintings and pictures. Thanks so much for sharing them. So untouched and pure.

[@cindywhalen5768]

Thank you Jeff this was very different!

[@nancygaxiola5412]

I'm happy you can share them with us too! Thanks so much!

[@mikel917]

Best yet! Exquisite and pristine rock art. Not to mention the gorgeous color variations of the stone.

[@karphin1]

I so enjoy seeing these special sites, the petroglyphs and pictographs. We do enjoy travelling with you! Happy new year, stay safe.

[@amberandrews6842]

Fantastic treasure!! Thank You for sharing this with us!!

[@cathyjay2569]

What a beautiful way to end my Sunday. You, Jeff, are so genuine, so passionate, so honest and decent. I cannot tell you how much I love your video presentations! I truly hope you and your new little family have an extraordinary 2025, and that your passion continues to grow and inspire others in your life and through your KZbin channel. You have been such a blessing to me!❤

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Thank you, Cathy! I wish I could express to you all how much of a blessing you are all to me and my family! This is such a dream come true! I hope you have a great year!

[@lotwizzard1748]

incredible find

[@asimms65]

I appreciate what you do and also for not revealing where these things are. People just don't respect how important these finds are to us in the modern world and those that came before. It connects us all.

[@ThomasPaine1974]

Super cool rock art that you found! Thank you my friend! Happy new year to you and all who see this message!

[@cyberwasp3289]

Keep it up. Your intuition and the connection you are developing with these ancient people will lead you to some huge unrecorded discoveries. There is still some crazy stuff to be revealed when the time is right.

[@icandivideos5743]

What an amazing find Jeff!!! Thank you for sharing these!!

[@katep23]

Absolutely fascinating and amazing! Thanks so much Jeff! You make it so 'do-able' from my armchair in Scotland to see these incredible things!

[@Tregrense]

Fantastic discovery. It is great when you highlight the artwork with software to make it more visible. Human curiosity is a beautiful thing as is human creativity. I find this kind of art inspiring. Thank you so much for this!

[@JimCockerham]

Amazing petroglyphs, thanks for sharing!

[@andreathompson4930]

What a great find!! I can understand how thrilled you were when you saw these with your drone. Thanks for being such a genuine explorer.

[@charlottegibson9992]

You always bring so much excitement into what your doing. I find myself guessing at what those symbols might mean too. It is very exciting to see them. That is one of the big reasons why I love following you.😊❤ Hope your family is doing well. 😊 love from Arizona.

[@Aangel452]

Brilliant video, love your genuine personality mate, and what an incredible discovery!😃

[@nedp6233]

Great find Jeff ! Thank you so much for sharing. Best of luck with your future TREKs.

[@mikeb3603]

Very interesting! Great content! Looking forward to more!❤

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Thank you, Mike!

[@michaelschuenemann3505]

Stunning Landscape - Brilliant Rock Art - well done finding them - another Great Adventure ! Keep Safe and many Cheers from Australia !

[@dougnelson6566]

One of your best. Good start for New Year

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Thank you, Doug!

[@melaniemills7255]

thank you for sharing your adventure. what beautiful finds!

[@robfisher8638]

Here's to a great year! Thank you for doing the work that I cannot do. Because of your work I still get to explore the desert I love.

[@philipwiseman9750]

Loved this. So cool and untouched. What a day you had. Till next time. Blessings

[@David-e1b3t]

Aerial drones are such a fantastic, game changer for activities like this. Thanks

[@milliesimbeck7108]

Great finds. Thanks for sharing

[@AllisonWCone]

Thank you so much, Jeff. I really appreciate your videos and insights. Happy New Year! Stay safe.

[@srf2112]

You should be commended for not telling or giving away any landmarks that would tell anyone where you discovered these untouched treasures. We know all too well how many ignorant, short sighted kooks there are around. Great job young man.

[@TheTrekPlanner]

I appreciate that! I did have to cut out a lot of landmarks in the background

[@susyclearwater1920]

That's another reason we love these videos and appreciate you. I have been in a few places that feel really bad and/or really powerful. Do you ever feel the vibes of a place?​@@TheTrekPlanner

[@srf2112]

@@TheTrekPlanner Your hard work is appreciated.

[@leesmith2798]

Sorry, but this site is well known and documented. There are pathways around the cliffs to view the ancient artwork. Nice video though. This site is “New to you.”

[@srf2112]

@@leesmith2798 That's interesting. I'm glad the work is still unmolested.

[@michaeltaylor7996]

You’re most likely the first one of our civilization to find these, since they haven’t been messed with and there’s no graffiti around.

[@BallxAndxChain]

This is a well-known site with a trail along the cliffs where you can walk and view all of the rock art.

[@allixandra]

The local tribes know of all these places.

[@TheTrekPlanner]

@@BallxAndxChain What's the trail called? I would love to hear about it! When I spoke to a local they had never heard of these.

[@LaDonnaShielded-kc7zm]

​​@@TheTrekPlannerdon't tell people. There are some things people keep a secret on purpose . I implore, share here but fight the urge to discover findings and never share locations . It's exhilarating knowing what others don't. Trust.

[@BallxAndxChain]

I sent a email to you.​@LaDonnaShielded-kc7zm

[@extspecialbt]

What an exceptional find! I love watching your videos. They’re so real and unique. Thank you so much for doing what you do!

[@sandramorey2529]

Happy New Year, Jeff & everyone who enjoys this kind of stuff. This was excellent. I love Petroglyphs & Pictographs though I am much more experienced with Hawaii than the US Southwest. But it is truly an amazing peer into a vanished world we will never understand completely. Keep them coming! Aloha from Oakland

[@puppy2haley]

Super cool!!! A great way to start the new year!! Loved seeing these. 👍👍👍Thx for sharing your finds with us. ❤️

[@forgingluck]

I saw a smaller panel of similar art to the white being with zigzags deep in big bend state park, not documented anywhere I could find.

[@misterbacon4933]

Wow! A nice start of 2025! Very interested and beautiful!

[@TheTrekPlanner]

Totally agree! Thank you, Mister bacon!

[@vanessabrackfield5435]

What a fabulous find, Jeff. Thank you so much

[@alinesobieray2436]

Congratulations 🎉 and thank you for sharing your adventure. Happy New Year and lots of new findings 😊

[@d_baumberger]

Thanks, Jeff. Starting the year with a bang 😊

[@gaeltroughton1069]

Fantastic video, great drone work! WOW!!

[@carolebingert7218]

Always interesting, educational and calming to watch your videos. Thanks from an old grandma in her recliner, enjoying her travel shows.

[@joshwhiteright]

Jeff your videos are so awesome. All of them are just incredible. and myself and my wife want to thank you for all the your hard work to bring these incredible videos to the world. Centralia Washington luvs ya Jeff😊

[@alienallen2983]

THANK YOU JEFF.....😊👍🙏>>>💚

[@roneypate5031]

This is jaw dropping! Fantastic work!

[@aliveandkicking1977]

It is interesting to travel with you and explore the environment that is on the other side of the world. Thank you for your selfless sharing.