This is a pretty amazing spot! I don't know that I would have had to pay the $8 admission if I hadn't entered the visitors center but I was glad to support the site. The winding snake shape can be challenging to make put with all the green grass. Thankfully they have an observation tower that gives you a better view.. there is no walking on the mounds but they mow them... Definitely a spot worth checking out!

I always enjoy visiting this sacred place. This is an incredible example of forbidden archaeology too massive to hide from the public eye. A magnificent structure based on advanced knowledge of engineering and astronomy. At the same time, it is a monument to honor the abundance of poisonous snakes in the area. The fascinating part of this story not being reported, are the eight to ten foot tall human skeletons found nearby many of these mounds. The artifacts displayed in the museum are from Native American Indian cultures, who inhabited the area subsequent to the giants who built Serpent Mound. The first white men inquired of the local natives regarding who built the mound, and they conveyed the mound was already there when they settled the area. The Smithsonian Institute has a repository of giant human skeletons from all over the United States, but is presently unable to locate this collection. DNA research into this mystery has undoubtedly already confirmed the following scripture to be true. Genesis 6:4 The Nephilim (giants) were on the earth in those days, and also after that, when the sons of God (angels) came in to the daughters of men, and they bore children to them. These were the mighty men who were of old, men of renown.

Hidden gem that's easy to get to and perfect for a day trip. The museum is very interesting with historical programs and a timeline detailing native American cultural development. There's a paved walk around of the mound or a scenic trail through the woods if you want to get a bit of dust on your feet. The lookout tower offers great views of the mound and surrounding countryside. They also have an outdoor event shelter. I've never seen it occupied and it's perfect for a picnic - but you'll need to bring your own grub, there's nothing on site other than vending machines. My only complaint is the bugs. Don't go in late Summer unless you're ready to donate blood!

I've been wanting to see this site for years, and I was not disappointed when I finally was able to travel across the country to visit! The Serpent Mound was the first of several ancient mounds and earthworks we visited in Ohio. The grounds were beautifully kept and the educational signs were in good condition and very helpful in explaining the site and the affiliated cultures. A paved walking path circles the mound and a couple of nature trails split off from it. The trail also has an observation deck that overlooks the wooded "valley" below. I was excited to see this overlook because I had previously learned that the Serpent Mound was built on the edge of a very ancient impact crater. It's interesting to speculate whether the builders of the mound knew about the crater and purposely constructed a serpent shaped mound (perhaps symbolizing a falling star?) since it was only identified by our modern culture in the 19th century. The park offers ample parking, clean restrooms and shady picnic tables. Unfortunately the museum and gift store was closed for some reason when we went 7/11/23, and the observation tower, which I had previously read from other reviews, was still out of commission, awaiting repairs. The mound is not easy to visualize from the ground, drones are not allowed, and photos from ground level are not sufficient to make out the effigy mound so it is helpful to do some research in advance to truly appreciate this earthwork.

Such an amazing place to visit. Everyone had on their masks, to be able to enjoy mother nature and learn about history is just phenomenal. There is a store to purchase memorabilia, places to picnic or grill out, restrooms to wash hands etc.

Very interesting place. A shame the observation tower is closed so you can't get the full view of the snake mound. Still worth seeing. Cost is very reasonable at $8 a carload. Has a nice gift shop and film to explain the mound. Has clean restroom and shaded picnic tables

Was a very beautiful place to visit. The visitation center had some good information. The walk around and view of stuff was nice. But the tower to look over is down and needs repairs. So we could not do that and the map they have at the side of the parking was very confusing, I would just ignore it.

What an incredible place! We loved taking the side trails and walking along this gigantic serpent. We enjoyed thinking about what this space must have meant to native people. I wish the viewing tower was available but it was absolutely worth the trip! We thoroughly enjoyed dreaming about what this serpent mound could mean and how far back it goes into our past. This is a must see, pyramids of the Midwest!

Well kept and affordable to go and see. There are plenty of trails around there for hiking as well. It's beautiful in the fall. If you are a history buff , or if you are fascinated with ancient cultures, then u must see it for yourself. They have a cute little gift shop and they sell crystals and different stones and things of that nature. They also host different events throughout the year.

An American treasure, as one of the largest effigy mounds in America it’s surprising how little we know of its use and purpose. The plaques had mostly questions rather then information. The gift shop and museum were sweet and rather small. With Native American style and original trinkets, available for purchase. The parking was $5.00 and you pay in the museum. There was a musician playing native style music. The atmosphere was very calm. All visitors seemed very respectful of this ancient space. There are several burial mounds nearby in the property labeled on the map. The walk is easy for the elderly and the young. I did not see any pets, doesn’t seem like the sort of place you bring your dog. There are picnic areas for large gatherings and events.

A giant snake-shaped mound in Ohio that continues to puzzle archaeologists. The Serpent Mound winds for 1,348 ft (411 m) along a plateau beside the Ohio Brush Creek in southern Ohio. It curves comfortably around the land, its head close to a cliff above the creek and its seven-coiled body ending in a triple-coiled tail. It lies on the now-concealed site of an ancient crater formed by the impact of a meteorite millions of years ago. It is not known if this event affected its placement or design. The earthwork was one of numerous mounds created by the Native American cultures that cultivated the fertile river valleys in Ohio. Most have been destroyed by modern agricultural practices. The mouth of the snake. The snake is made of a layer of yellowish clay and ash reinforced with a layer of rocks and covered with soil. Its open mouth extends around the end of a 120-ft- (37-m-) E. North Americalong oval hollow that might represent the snake eating an egg, although the oval could also symbolize the Sun or a frog, or merely be the remnant of a platform. Dating difficulties. Originally thought to be the work of the Adena people, who lived between 1000 BCE and 200 BCE, the serpent was later attributed to the Fort Ancient culture from around 1070 CE, on the basis of carbon dating undertaken in 1996. However, more recent dating carried out in 2014 reallocates it to around 320 BCE, apparently reaffirming its Adena origins. The purpose of the mound remains obscure. Its head does align with the summer solstice sunset, indicating some calendrical or ceremonial function, but it is more likely that the mound had a place in funerary rites, perhaps directing spirits of the dead from nearby burial mounds.

Kudos to Ohio, They have done a great job on this park! It takes about 2 hours to walk the trail & exhibits. Pack a lunch and make a day of it as your probably coming a fair distance. (Cincy is about 1.5 hrs away)

This is one of the more distinct and well-preserved earthworks in Ohio. It is definitely worth a visit. I didn't spend as much time there as I had hoped, but that is partly due to going during the off season. Still, anyone planning to visit from more than 45 minutes or so away may want to find something else additional to do in the area to make the trip more worthwhile.

I have a reaction each time I visit a site like this. Im glad it has been preserved. The staff working was extremely friendly. Looking through the museum, which was exceptionally well kept, I see artifacts and pictures of an entire group of people that no longer exist....

The walk around the mound was much shorter than I expected. There’s a nice museum with a 10 minute video that loops. The parking are is huge and the restrooms are clean. There are posted signs along the path. It was fun going but once was enough. You pay the $8 fee at the museum.

First heard of this memorial on the History channel's ancient aliens. 😂 Of course, I do not believe this place was created by aliens. But it definitely sparked my interest in the location! So some credit is due! This site is a historical site that is very interesting to visit. Lots of history here of the indigenous people who created it. But the mystery still remains, who created it? There's a lot of debate. But it's very beautiful location! Not as big as I thought it was from seeing pictures. Pretty easy hike around the mounds. Great place to stop for a day picnic and buy a souvenir!

This was a great walk in nature with many signs and a cute gift shop. I expected just a little bit more history or museum or something. It was peaceful and beautiful though.

They are currently closed during the week. The website is not updated! I can’t say it is a one star experience. Driving two hours to a locked gate is a one star experience.

Was a good place to visit

It's a very well maintained and informative place to spend a little time. There's a walk around the entire Serpent Mound and several picnic tables at the entrance. Be sure to pack a little cooler and enjoy your time here.

Awesome historical site which raises more questions than it answers !! 😀

Beautiful and quiet place with excellent staff.

Great historical sight

Beautifully place

Super cool place. Nice quiet park. Everything was clean and staff were very nice.

Amazing historical site!

What a great place to go . Very well kept. Clean. Walking around you feel so good

A great place to go for a short walk. It's a tad small though

It looks better in pictures. The mounds are basically just glorified hills with little signs in front of them. In fact, you wouldn't even know the Serpent Mound was there if it wasn't for the walking trail surrounding it! I've seen parking stumps higher than that.

Relaxing walk and being outdoors while learning some history is a great way to spend the day. Path needs to be repaired a bit, perhaps even widened; other than that the views, besides the mound itself, are worthy of a few photos.

This is one of my favorite spots to visit in the world. I've been all over the world and have had the privilege to see and experience things most people of power haven't been given the authority to do so. Serpents Mound and the counties that surround have a different feeling and in a good way. There's still a lot of puzzle pieces being found and alot left. The folks in this area and especially the Native Americans are very welcoming and down to earth people. I feel at home when I'm around Peebles, Ohio. I hope everyone is aware of the magic this place holds. Very beautiful state.

Very neat place. The observation tower is still not in service, come on, get it fixed! The grounds are beautiful. Nice polite staff. $8.00 entry fee.

An archeological wonder and a great mystery, popular with people of all cultures and all ages

take your compass with you. the needle will turn around in a couple of spots. I think the crater has something to do with that but nevertheless it is still pretty cool.

Really neat place

I'm looking forward to seeing the museum when it's open!

Very cool place. Beautifully presented and cared for.

Great piece of history! Nicely kept grounds, plaques to explain the history and context of what was seen and a tower for a great view of the mound. Currently off season so it was an uphill walk and no museum available. Plenty of self-explanatory plaques.

Amazing artifacts designed and formed by an ancient civilization to zig zag to and fro mimicking a massive serpent. You gaze at this wondrous work and imagine the effort and toil it took for these people to complete the serpent in remarkable precision too. The tower allows you to see this beauty In greater detail verses scaling the zig-zagging mound on foot. The gift store headquarters gives you all the information regarding this artifact as well. Definitely a must see!

Beautiful

Stunning historical park. Lovely walking trails and cool vantage point to view the Mound.

We got there about half an hour before closing so parking was free and the store had some pretty nice stuff in it. We bought a few things.

Great learning experience

Very cool place !!!

If you have never before been here....... go...... you won't regret it

(Visited March 2017) Walking the grounds, seeing the artifacts in the museum and listening to the history of the Native Americans from the local guides was truly something special. These ancient sacred mounds do seem only just as hills as you're walking next to them but seeing them from high up really helps you appreciate the sheer size of it as a whole and how was it constructed 1,000-2,000 years ago with such precision?! Truly a great place to visit and explore and learn about if you ever have the chance. Don't forget the beautiful view of the valley and crater off the end and down the stairs. Seemed to be great for families with dogs.

The Mound was closed but we parked at the entrance and walked up the hill to the Mound. Had a picnic lunch and then walked around the Mound. Very nice.

Awesum

Will be visiting again!

This is a relaxing and peaceful pilgrimage that promises to inspire.

Great place! The curator was so knowledgeable and happy to talk! The grounds are super clean and very well kept! Awesome museum and gift shop!