2011 Map of Coyote Lake West

About this map

Coyote Lake defines the eastern edge of this arid high-desert landscape in Malheur County, where the seasonal waters of the Alvord Basin meet the expansive level terrain known as The Flats. This 2011 survey captures the minimal but vital water resources of the region, including the Lower Willow Creek Waterhole in the southwestern corner. The mapping detail highlights a network of ephemeral stream beds and dry washes that characterize this remote drainage system, illustrating how water—even when intermittent—dictates the geography of the Oregon desert. Sparse and specialized, the features here reveal a landscape shaped by extreme evaporation and seasonal run-off, offering a clear record of the basin's hydrology and landform patterns during the early 21st century.