Serpent Mound

Ancient Mystery

State: Ohio County: Adams County Founded: 300 BCE - 1070 CE Abandoned: Unknown Peak Population: Native American site

Serpent Mound is the largest effigy mound in the world - a 1,348-foot serpent built by ancient Native Americans. The site was used for ceremonies before being abandoned. Today, it is an Ohio Historical Site and tentative UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Plan Your Visit

Best Time: Year-round

Difficulty: Easy

Time Needed: 1 hour

Quick Facts

  • 1,348 feet long
  • Largest effigy mound in world
  • Tentative UNESCO site

Location

Address: Serpent Mound State Memorial, OH

Coordinates: 39.025, -83.4333