Picture Rock Pass Petroglyphs Site, Native American petroglyphs at Picture Rock Pass in Lake County, Oregon.
Picture Rock Pass Petroglyphs Site is an archaeological site in Lake County, Oregon, located along Highway 31 on a south-facing basalt boulder. The boulder holds ten carved figures in total, made up of three human forms and seven representations of four-legged animals.
The carvings were made thousands of years ago, at a time when the region was shaped by ancient lakes and waterways that have since disappeared. The site likely sat along a natural corridor that communities used as they moved through the landscape.
The carved figures of people and four-legged animals likely reflected what mattered most to the communities who made them, from hunting to marking a known route. Similar motifs appear at other rock art sites across the Pacific Northwest, suggesting shared practices across a wide area.
The site is easy to reach from Highway 31, with parking on the north side of the road and a short walk to the carvings. No climbing or special gear is needed, and the terrain is manageable for most visitors.
Despite sitting right beside a busy road, the basalt boulder has remained free of damage or graffiti. The rock's naturally dark surface makes the carved lines stand out clearly, especially in the angled light of morning or late afternoon.
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