Celebration Park, Idaho, Archaeological site along Snake River in Idaho, United States.
Description
Celebration Park is an archaeological site along the Snake River where visitors can see ancient petroglyphs carved into basalt rocks. The rock formations were shaped by the massive Bonneville flood that occurred thousands of years ago and created the landscape visitors see today.
History
The park was established in 1989 as Idaho's first dedicated archaeological park to protect and preserve the petroglyphs for public access. The carvings were made by early indigenous peoples who lived in the region across many centuries.
Culture
The location served as a seasonal residence for Native American groups including Paiute, Shoshone, and Bannock people who used the land for sustenance.
Practical
The park provides picnic areas, restrooms, and drinking water at various spots for visitors to use while exploring. Guided tours are available to help visitors understand the petroglyphs and the site's archaeological importance.
Did you know?
A historic railroad bridge from the 1800s crosses the valley with a distinctive engineering design that was rarely used elsewhere. This structure offers visitors an unusual link between modern times and the ancient past at the same location.
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