Pipestone Quarry

Located in Doyle Township this ground is the source of rock composed of a mixture of kaolinite, muscovite, anatase, hematite and quartz. American Indians often traveled hundreds of miles by foot and horseback to obtain the unique stone from which they made their pipes. A widespread legend among the American Indians is that the red stone is made from the flesh and blood of their ancestors. This gives the red pipestone a great deal of sacredness that commands reverence. Long before the first white man arrived in our area, indians of many tribes would come here to obtain the prized red stone. Their pipes were of many styles shapes and designs. They used them on many ceremonial occasions, solemnizing the event.
Indians of many tribes would come here to obtain the prized red stone. Their pipes were of many styles, shapes and designs. They used them on many ceremonial occasions, solemnizing the event.

In addition to the quarry there is also a trail accessible by foot and mountain bike.