This is a small petroglyph site of the WA SHE SHU (Washoe) Native American people that is easy to access right off Old Hwy 40. The most accessible prehistoric rock art site is below Donner Pass on Old Hwy 40 between Rainbow Bridge and the Chinese Wall. Look on the flat granite bench just west of the road near the historical marker. This is an extensive petroglyph site that contains over 200 rock art elements, including a bear track. The petroglyphs here are hard to see but fascinating.

Local Tip: I love to start here at the petroglyphs and then continue up the mountain and explore the Donner Summit Train tunnels and sheds.