1970s Maps of Lake County, Oregon

1. 1970 Map of Crescent, 1973 Print

   

   1970 Crescent

   1973 Print · USGS

   Central Oregon in the early seventies reveals a landscape of volcanic peaks and timber outposts connected by the Southern Pacific rail line. Researchers can trace the layout of Christmas Valley, locate Cabin Lake Ranger Station, and explore the geological footprint of Newberry Crater.

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4. 1971 Map of Beatys Butte, 1974 Print

   

   1971 Beatys Butte

   1974 Print · USGS

   Harney and Lake County high desert terrain is meticulously documented during the early 1970s. Researchers can locate critical water sources and remote landmarks like Beatys Butte, Mustang Basin, and Willow Spring.

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7. 1971 Map of Mahogany Butte, 1974 Print

   

   1971 Mahogany Butte

   1974 Print · USGS

   In the early 1970s, this high-desert border between Lake and Harney counties was a land of critical waterholes and remote outposts. Trace the locations of Rock Springs Camp, Shirks Lookout, and named springs like Reed Spring.

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10. 1971 Map of Murphy Waterholes, 1974 Print

    

    1971 Murphy Waterholes

    1974 Print · USGS

    Lake County, Oregon, is seen here in the early 1970s as a high-desert landscape focused on wildlife conservation and livestock management. You can trace the primitive routes of the Jeep Trail to remote landmarks like Murphy Corral and Pistol Lake.

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13. 1971 Map of Sixmile Draw, 1974 Print

    

    1971 Sixmile Draw

    1974 Print · USGS

    The high desert of Lake County is documented here in the early 1970s, showcasing the remote wildlife conservation lands and early ranching sites. Genealogists and historians can trace family-named sites like Poindexter Place and remote lifelines like Murphy Waterholes.

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16. 1971 Map of Guano Reservoir, 1974 Print

    

    1971 Guano Reservoir

    1974 Print · USGS

    Harney and Lake Counties are captured here in the early seventies, showing a quiet expanse of high desert hydrology. Trace the basin of Catlow Valley to find Guano Reservoir and its associated Guano Slough.

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19. 1971 Map of Beatys Butte NW, 1974 Print

    

    1971 Beatys Butte NW

    1974 Print · USGS

    The high desert of Lake County in the early seventies shows a landscape defined by deep canyons and wildlife management. Researchers can trace the drainage of Guano Slough and locate seasonal water sources like Spring near Beatys Butte.

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22. 1971 Map of Murphy Waterholes NE, 1974 Print

    

    1971 Murphy Waterholes NE

    1974 Print · USGS

    Harney County in the early 1970s reveals a high-desert landscape managed for wildlife and water. Researchers can locate Ruins near the Rock Creek Reservoir and trace the eastern boundary of the Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge.

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25. 1971 Map of Rocky Canyon, 1975 Print

    

    1971 Rocky Canyon

    1975 Print · USGS

    Lake County ranching and the high desert landscape are captured here in the early 1970s. Researchers can trace the steep Guano Rim to the Spalding Ranch or explore the boundaries of the Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge.

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28. 1971 Map of Sage Hen Flats, 1975 Print

    

    1971 Sage Hen Flats

    1975 Print · USGS

    High desert Oregon in the early seventies reveals a landscape where water and ancient history intersect. Researchers can locate Petroglyphs near The Potholes or trace the drainage of Sage Hen Creek past the Dixon Waterhole.

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31. 1971 Map of Chimney Rock, 1975 Print

    

    1971 Chimney Rock

    1975 Print · USGS

    The high desert of Lake and Harney Counties in the early 1970s was a landscape of remote ranches and vital waterholes. Researchers can trace land use through features like Chimney Rock, Spalding Reservoir, and the isolated Spalding area.

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34. 1971 Map of Antelope Butte, 1975 Print

    

    1971 Antelope Butte

    1975 Print · USGS

    Lake County high desert in the early 1970s reveals a landscape of massive escarpments and vital springs. Researchers can trace the rugged Guano Rim, locate the Langslet Monument Rest Area, and identify water sources like Snake Eyes Spring.

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37. 1974 Map of Lake Abert, 1994 Print

    

    1974 Lake Abert

    1994 Print · USGS

    The high desert of Lake County is captured here in the mid-1970s, showing a landscape defined by massive fault blocks and terminal lakes. Genealogists and historians can locate legacy ranching sites like O'Keefe Ranch and follow the Chewaucan River past Paisley.

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40. 1975 Map of Lakeview, 1994 Print

    

    1975 Lakeview

    1994 Print · USGS

    Lakeview and the surrounding high desert terrain are captured in the mid-seventies just as the region’s timber and mining industries remained active. Researchers can trace the layout of Booth-Kelly State Park or locate the White King Mine and the Thomas Creek Work Center.

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43. 1979 Map of Crescent, 1994 Print

    

    1979 Crescent

    1994 Print · USGS

    High-altitude timber country and volcanic craters define this region of the Oregon interior during the late seventies. Researchers can trace the rail lines of the Southern Pacific and Burlington Northern past Chemult, Crescent, and the unique geological formation at Hole in the Ground.

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