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Petroglyph Beach

Wrangell, AK
Petroglyph Beach in Wrangell, Alaska
Petroglyph Beach in Wrangell, Alaska
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Petroglyph Beach in Wrangell, Alaska. It was a gorgeous day...I sat and finished paperwork here
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Ranked #4 of 6 attractions in Wrangell
5.0 of 5 stars 3 Reviews
Description: This beach features petroglyphs, carved symbols in rocks by ancient Native inhabitants.
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Manitou Springs, Colorado, United States
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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“Worth the walk to the beach.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

If you are into the history of this area it is worth the walk. More

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Wrangell, Alaska
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“History in it's natural form.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 9, 2012

Greece has the Acropolis; we have the Petroglyphs! These rock carvings are just laying on the beach waiting to be discovered! More

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Petersburg, Alaska
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Rock Art”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2012

This is just so cool. And it's an easy walk from downtown Wrangell. It's right on the beach to the north of town. More

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