Peck Mounds

Peck Mounds is a complex of five earthwork mounds located near Ferry Place Plantation in Catahoula Parish. The site sits on Maçon Ridge with views over Lake Lovelace and demonstrates the construction abilities of those who built here centuries ago.

The mounds were built between 650 and 860 CE during a period of flourishing societies in the Mississippi Valley. This era shaped how indigenous populations in the southeastern region developed and organized themselves.

The arrangement and construction of these mounds demonstrate the architectural capabilities and ceremonial practices of Native American societies in the Mississippi Valley region.

The site is accessible for viewing the mounds in their natural setting from ground level. The open layout allows visitors to walk around and observe the shapes and dimensions of the structures from different angles.

Several mounds preserve their original dome shape from ancient times and remain visible today. Visitors can directly observe these geometric forms and see how precisely the builders executed their work.

Location: Louisiana

GPS coordinates: 31.82530,-91.65110

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:12