Ling’ok Footprints Site

Ling’ok Footprints Site

The site located between Lake Baringo and the Kamasia ranges to the west and is characterized by finely layered sandstones and siltstones of the Chemeron formation of Pleistocene age. It is found on a step-like landscape overlooking the western shores of Lake Baringo. The landscape is characterised by the “wait-a-bit thorn” Acacia mellifera and wooded grasslands.

 This is a unique paleontological site with human and numerous animal footprints preserved in sandstone and covered by high silica volcanic ash. Currently, this site is found along an important geotrail that links the lowlands (Soin) to the highlands (Mosop) in the transhumance economy of the Arror community of North Baringo.

 Tourist activities include sightseeing, cultural festivals, bird watching and nature trails. It is also ideal for research and education.