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The Great Circle Earthworks is the starting point of any self-guided tour of the Newark Earthworks. It is here that the picnic facility is located. The Great Circle Earthworks is about 1,200 feet in diameter and encloses 26 acres. The site's grass-covered walls range in height from 8 to 14 feet.

The 50-foot long segment known as Wright Earthworks is located less than a city block west of the SR 70 intersection with Grant Street. This 50-foot long segment is one side of a large square enclosure and may be viewed from James Street just a short distance from this interchange.

The Octagon Earthworks is closed to the public except on the following designated dates;
Sunday, October 31, and Monday November 1, 2004.

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Self-guided Tour: Newark Earthworks (Year-round)
(75 k)
Groups are welcome to explore the earthworks on their own with no reservation.

Guided Tour: Newark Earthworks (Year-round)
(38 k)
The Newark Earthworks has guided tours by an Ohio Historical Society staff member at Great Circle as well as Octagon mounds. Students can engage in hands-on activities at the Great Circle as a part of the guided tour. These may include the opportunity to experience a significant advancement in ancient tool and hunting technology by using the atlatl to throw a dart; the use of a pump drill holes in shells for jewelry making; or the ancient technique of shaping flint points. Guided touts must be arranged by calling 740-344-1919 or 1-800-600-7178.