Staples Rock: Cape Cod's Unexpected Viral Sensation

Orleans, Massachusetts, is home to a new, unexpected summer attraction: a massive boulder in the parking lot of a Staples store. Dubbed "Staples Rock," this geological wonder has taken social media by storm. The rock's sudden fame has even earned it a spot on Google Maps. While some speculated about its origins, geologist Katie Castagno, PhD, revealed that it was likely deposited by glaciers 15,000 to 20,000 years ago, a fact confirmed by its recent unearthing during sewer work. "It was deposited by glaciers about 15,000 to 20,000 years ago," Dr. Castagno explained. The rock's unexpected placement has also sparked local creativity, with area bars now offering specialty drinks inspired by the "Staples Rock." This unusual tale of a glacial boulder finding fame in an office supply store parking lot highlights the unexpected ways history and pop culture can intersect.