Henry Church Rock — Attraction in Bentleyville

This is a great place to walk to and take photos, and you're able to walk a smooth path above, or hike a path along the river. The story behind the rock is also pretty amazing as well, and is not mentioned on the plaque in the forest. Henry Church carved this rock by lantern-light as an outcry against the abuse of Native Americans by white people back in the late 1800s. Truly a beautiful sight to behold once you approach it, with a lot of inclusions to find in...

No longer called Squaw Rock so as to be more politically correctly in tune with the times (despite the obvious irony given out current leader's penchant for addressing women of claimed Native descent derogatorily) it is now called Church rock, named for the artist who carved it. It's nothing to look at but the short hike down to the rock along the Chagrin River is always enjoyable. About the same as it was 50 years ago. One of my favorite...

The rock is really neat when you find it. It's right on the water is beautifully carved. Henry church carved it in the 1800's, and it really takes a few minutes to see all the designs in it. it can be difficult to get there after it rains, as the path can be very muddy and slippery. But it's worth the little hike. Plus, if you explore the area around there are some cool spots to play in the water and some rock overhangs...