Petroglyphs Provincial Park
Petroglyphs Provincial Park, Provincial park and national historic site in Peterborough County, Canada.
The park contains a flat marble surface displaying over 900 ancient rock carvings depicting turtles, snakes, humans, and various symbols across a rectangular area.
The carvings were created between 900 and 1400 AD by Algonquian Indians, using hammerstones made of gneiss that were discovered in nearby crevices.
The Anishinaabe people name the site Kinomagewapkong, meaning 'the rocks that teach', and maintain this location as a significant spiritual pilgrimage destination.
The park welcomes visitors from May to October, with a specialized glass building protecting the petroglyphs from environmental factors and a visitor center offering educational displays.
Underground water streams beneath the rock formation create sounds that First Nations communities interpret as spirit voices speaking through the deep crevices.
Location: Peterborough County
Inception: 1981
Operator: Ontario Parks
Website: https://ontarioparks.com/park/petroglyphs
GPS coordinates: 44.61520,-78.04080
Latest update: May 12, 2025 09:42
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