Belle Island (Ontario)

Belle Island is a forested island located in the Cataraqui River, north of downtown Kingston, Ontario, Canada. The island is noted for evidence of prehistoric Native use, such as hunting and fishing, and for the existence of a burial ground. Many artifacts, such as early tools, pottery, and other items, have been found on the site. These remains and artifacts date back about 1,100 years and older, reflecting the island's long history of indigenous people presence.

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