← Back to search

Fort Rock State Natural Area

Fort Rock, OR

Fort Rock State Natural Area
Fort Rock State Natural Area photo 1 Fort Rock State Natural Area photo 2 Fort Rock State Natural Area photo 3
Fee: No day-use parking fee.

About this park

Like a desert mirage, this National Natural Landmark rises out of the flat high desert. An enormous near-circle of towering, jagged rock walls looks like a fort, and hiking around reveals it is bigger than it looks. It is an old tuff ring set in what was a shallow sea in prehistoric times.

Contact & location

Nearby state parks

๐ŸŒฒFort Rock Cave ยท Fort Rock ยท 0.1 mi
๐ŸŒฒLaPine State Park ยท La Pine ยท 35.5 mi
๐ŸŒฒPilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint ยท Bend ยท 48.9 mi

Fort Rock State Natural Area FAQ

Where is Fort Rock State Natural Area located?
Fort Rock State Natural Area is in Fort Rock, Oregon, at County Road 5-11A. GPS coordinates: 43.3708, -121.066. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Fort Rock State Natural Area?
No day-use parking fee. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
Are there RV campgrounds near Fort Rock State Natural Area?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:Distances are straight-line miles.
How current is this information about Fort Rock State Natural Area?
This listing was last updated on October 6, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.