Great Circle Earthworks, an Ohio State Park located nearby Granville, Heath and Johnstown

GREAT CIRCLE EARTHWORKS

Great Circle Earthworks
'Great Circle Bridge'
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Great Circle Earthworks
'Inside the park'
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Great Circle Earthworks
'Great Circle Opening'
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Great Circle Earthworks
'Great Circle Visitors Center'
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Great Circle Earthworks
'Great Circle'
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The Great Circle Earthworks, formerly known as Moundbuilders State Memorial, was built by the Hopewell culture approximately 2000 years ago. The circle is nearly 1200 feet in diameter and was used as a vast ceremonial center by its builders.

The Great Circle is one part of the Newark Earthworks State Memorial, the largest system of connected geometric earthworks built anywhere in the world. Octagon Earthworks and Wright Earthworks are both additional local sites that preserve other features of this majestic remnant of prehistoric Ohio.

Area Accommodations

Haven Inn the Hills - Logan, OH

Cottages and Cabins

Great for a private relaxing get away. Whether you are looking for rest and relaxation with that special someone, or the best cook-out for family and friends Haven Inn The Hills is the answer for you.

Web Site: http://www.haveninnthehills.com

The Grand Bentley Lodge - Rockbridge, OH

Cottages and Cabins

A spectacular, one-of-a-kind log home in the scenic Hocking Hills. Stunning solid walnut flooring. A grand great room with huge windows and a two-story stone fireplace. A spectacular recreation area with pool table, home theater, and a large hot tub right outside.

Web Site: http://www.grandbentleylodge.com

The Ohio Outback Lodge - McConnelsville, OH

Cottages and Cabins

In the heart of Ohio the Outback Lodge is located in Southeast Ohio, just minutes from the beautiful Muskingum River. The 2,200 square foot Lodge is constructed of Pine Logs, full basement, beautiful rural setting. It has wooded area as well as a creek and pond. This is a beautiful outdoor vacation spot.

Web Site: http://www.theohiooutbacklodge.com

Rose's Vacation Cabin - Glouster, OH

Cottages and Cabins

Burr Oak State Park - Located in the rolling hills of southeastern Ohio. Rose's Vacation Cabin Rental is a special place to make your Honeymoon, Anniversary, or Family Getaway a relaxing experience.

Web Site: http://www.rosesvacationcabinrental.com

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews

October 17 by Jan T

My family lived on N. WIlliams St, not far from this park. We used to have family reunions and picnics there. I remember walking around the top of the mounds, recognizing the serenity of the mounds, if not the historic importance. I can even remember rolling down a mound or two with my brothers and cousins.

June 16 Great for the imagination by harry

My grandmother lived just two houses up Williams Street from the park in the middle of the last century. My brother and I, our cousins, our friends, all loved going to the mounds and imagining what it was like centuries before, hiking around the mounds, visiting the circle center. Although its history has changed since then, it still could be a great place for children with imaginations about pioneer days and earlier.

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