2017 Map of Thorn Lake

About this map

Thorn Lake and the broader expanse of the Fort Rock Valley define this high desert landscape in Lake County. The terrain is dominated by significant geological features, most notably the prominent Table Rock and the low-lying Bottomless Lake. A network of named rural roads, including the whimsically named Kitty Litter Rd and Kitty Litter Ln, connects the isolated homesteads and ranching interests throughout this arid region. The presence of the Table Rock Airport northwest of the Depression Sump highlights the necessity of air travel for regional connectivity in such an expansive environment. Local transportation is further marked by thoroughfares such as Christmas Valley Hwy and Waggontire Rd, which trace the historical routes through the sagebrush and volcanic geography of the Oregon interior.