1980 Map of Capehart Lake

About this map

Capehart Lake and a high-desert network of seasonal waters dominate this Harney County landscape during the late 1970s. The terrain is defined by volcanic and basaltic features, such as the prominent Lookout Butte and the long expanse of Coyote Rim to the east. The map reveals a land utilized for water management and navigation, where Kellogg Waterhole and numerous small basins like Kidney Lake and Bone Lake provided vital resources in an arid environment. A single Jeep Trail cuts diagonally across the plateau, connecting these isolated water points. On the northern edge, Juniper Ridge rises above Porcupine Lake, while a solitary Borrow Pit suggests localized industrial activity or road maintenance near Squaw Lake. The nomenclature often reflects the wildlife and geography of the High Desert, from Buzzard Lake to the uniquely named Blowhole Lake.