Place

Old Stone Face

Pipestone National Monument

Stone column that resemble the profile of a face; surrounded by trees.
Kids often love finding Old Stone Face standing out from the cliffs.

J. Borden

Quick Facts
Location:
Along the cliff line near the waterfall, almost halfway around the trail.
Significance:
Stone column that strongly resembles a person's face from one side.

Audio Description, Wheelchair Accessible

Like The Oracle, there is no historical evidence that American Indians have ever called this feature anything but Leaping Rock or Medicine Rock. The weathering of the stone has left a striking resemblance to a face and is a favorite feature for many visitors. 

Last updated: October 4, 2020

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