11-day expedition surveys uncharted Gila Wilderness for Mogollon sites. Expedition lasted 11 days in Gila Wilderness, New Mexico Team surveyed uncharted portions of West Fork Hila River At least two previously unknown archaeological sites discovered
11-day expedition surveys uncharted Gila Wilderness for Mogollon sites
A dedicated team navigated the West Fork Gila River through Iron Creek and narrow canyon systems, searching for evidence of Mogollon settlement in the region. 🗺️
Key facts claimed:
- Expedition lasted 11 days in Gila Wilderness, New Mexico
- Team surveyed uncharted portions of West Fork Gila River
- At least two previously unknown archaeological sites discovered
- Expedition navigated through Iron Creek and multiple canyon systems
- Mogollon people sought southeast-facing ridges with natural rock cavities for dwellings
Key Facts
- Expedition lasted 11 days in Gila Wilderness, New Mexico
- Team surveyed uncharted portions of West Fork Hila River
- At least two previously unknown archaeological sites discovered
- Expedition navigated through Iron Creek and multiple canyon systems
- Mogollon people sought southeast-facing ridges with natural rock cavities for dwellings
- Terrain extremely difficult with river crossings and narrow canyons
- Goal was to determine extent of Mogollon settlement in Hila region
Source: 11 Day Expedition Discovering Ruins in Uncharted New Mexico by Luke Caverns