Leo Petroglyph
N 39° 09.050 W 082° 40.488
17S E 355280 N 4334850
Ancient rock carvings in a secluded park in southeastern Ohio.
Waymark Code: WMT72
Location: Ohio, United States
Date Posted: 10/04/2006
Views: 68
This park is managed by the Ohio Historical Society. Visits are daylight hours only, and are free. There is ample parking on-site.
From the signs:
On the flat surface of this rock is one of the finest examples of prehistoric Indian petroglyphs or carved writings in Ohio. These figures are carved on an exposed portion of the Black Hand Sandstone bedrock which underlies most of east-central Ohio.
The meaning of the petroglyphs cannot be determined but it is thought that they are either tribal symbols or depict activites in the history of the Indian group. Among the inscriptions at least a fish, a bird, an unidentified head or face is shown adorned with a headdress. The rendition of the figures suggests that they were probably carved by the late prehistoric Fort Ancient Indians, who lived in southern Ohio approximately 700 years ago. Beginning at the south side of the petroglyph shelter is a nature trail which leads through a deep gorge cut into the bedrock. This trail also follows the upper cliffs where a scenic overlook permits an overall view of the gorge. Interpretive signs explain some of the natural history of the area.
Type: Petroglyph
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