Bannock Point Petroforms — Attraction in Unorganized Division No. 1

I visited the Bannock Point Petroforms for my first time this weekend. This is a historical site that is a sacred area for Indigenous peoples. From the parking area, it was a short walk through the forest to arrive at a wide open area on the rocky landscape surrounded by forest. There were various collections of the formations made with large rocks that were scattered around the area. There wasn't really a designated trail once you get to the open area, but there were pieces of cloth tied to the trees to guide you through. The formations resembled turtles, humans and snakes and are believed to be prehistoric and left behind by Indigenous peoples long ago. People had left various offerings of cloth, wood carvings, tobacco, plants and coins on a large rock near the trailhead and around the various formations.

It was really interesting to wander around this area and appreciate the formations and the people who created them. It was very peaceful and serene here. Please be respectful of the area, as it is a sacred site. It is encouraged to bring an offering.

There was some background information on the trailhead sign, but I am interested to do my own research and learn more about the history and stories of this place. Would...

The fact you are walking in an ancient place looms large when visiting here. The petroforms are a message through time and has a deep impact as you find surrounded by nature, there's a meditative atmosphere here.

The hike is pretty easy, I would go as far as saying even some people with limited mobility could handle the trail. The parking lot it well maintained, the privy is also kept up with.

I do wish there were more interpretive signs around the petroforms, so as to learn more behind the shapes and the people who made them. There could also be better trail markings.

Visitors leave tokens such as pennies, cigarettes, hats and odly oranges at the forms. I don't know if this is an expectation, but in my humble opinion, it looks more like litter and somewhat detracts from the profound significance...

It is wise to go with a free park guide (times are posted). By design there are no intepretive signs on site, only a brochure available at the entrance.

You are walking on some of the oldest rock on earth, predating life itself. Here indigenous peoples 2000 years ago left petroforms interpeting their creation story. It is still an active spiritual site giving a tour a compelling sense of place. You may be completely alone on your walk or accompanied by school children. In any case, do not touch or walk through the stones. You may leave an offering and it's OK to take pictures. For those trying to picture the pre-european phase of life in Canada, this is a good place to start.

BTW it is very easy to get lost in the large granite plain. Keep...