Fort Rock Cave, Archaeological cave in Lake County, Oregon
Fort Rock Cave extends 70 feet across and reaches depths of 60 feet into a volcanic butte near the Fort Rock volcanic crater formation.
Archaeological excavations in 1938 revealed numerous ancient sagebrush sandals beneath volcanic ash from Mount Mazama's eruption 7,600 years ago.
The cave contains evidence of Native American habitation through artifacts including sandals, wooden tools, shell beads, and stone implements from different periods.
Access to Fort Rock Cave requires advance reservations through the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, which organizes guided tours of the site.
The distinctive Fort Rock sandals feature flat soles with five rope warps and pairs of weft fibers, establishing a recognized style for archaeological classification.
Location: Lake County
GPS coordinates: 43.37853,-121.10156
Latest update: May 11, 2025 07:37
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