This study addresses some of the gaps in our knowledge concerning early human occupation in the Vercours mountains to the south-west of Grenoble in southern France. Based on archaeological evidence, Barnard-Guelle's interpretation of the sites and lithic assemblages from the area promotes a clearer understanding of different types of settlements and camps, and human activities, notably the exploitation of local resources.This study addresses some of the gaps in our knowledge concerning early human occupation in the Vercours mountains to the south-west of Grenoble in southern France.