2016 Map of Picture Rocks

About this map

Muncy Creek winds through the southern reaches of this landscape, anchoring the valley where the borough of Picture Rocks and the village of Tivoli are situated. The topography rises sharply toward the north, defined by the broad elevation of Allegheny Ridge and unique geological landmarks like Ticklish Rock. This transition from the creek-side settlements to the high plateaus reveals a pattern of upland lakes, including Highland Lake, Crystal Lake, and Wild Rice Lake, which sit tucked away from the more densely settled corridors. Local history and genealogy are well-represented by the Picture Rocks Cemetery and the smaller outpost of Bryan Mill near the southern boundary. A complex network of hollows, such as Peavine Hollow and Barton Hollow, carves through the terrain, illustrating how early roads followed these natural drainage lines to connect the highland communities with the industrial valley floor.