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The Legend of Arch Rock
Arch Rock on Mackinac Island is interesting for several reasons. An arch like this is pretty rare so that alone is enough to talk about it. The more interesting part for most readers of this post will probably be the legend of how the arch was formed. I guess I should say legends, with an "s" because there is more than one.
Standing 146 feet above the water Arch Rock is a natural curiosity for many people. The arch spans 50 feet at its widest point. Geologists explain the formation as being formed over thousands of years by wind and rain. But legend(s) states otherwise.
The arch has been a source of legend and superstition for the Native American Ottawa people. This is partly due to the fact the rock appears to be suspended in mid-air from certain angles.
Here is the version of how Arch Rock was formed as told to tourists who visit Mackinac Island.
The Indian legend goes like this:
Standing 146 feet above the water Arch Rock is a natural curiosity for many people. The arch spans 50 feet at its widest point. Geologists explain the formation as being formed over thousands of years by wind and rain. But legend(s) states otherwise.
The arch has been a source of legend and superstition for the Native American Ottawa people. This is partly due to the fact the rock appears to be suspended in mid-air from certain angles.
Here is the version of how Arch Rock was formed as told to tourists who visit Mackinac Island.
The Indian legend goes like this:
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