1967 Map of Flook Lake

About this map

Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge dominates this high-desert landscape in Lake County, Oregon, as recorded during the late 1960s. The terrain is defined by dramatic escarpments and basins, including the prominent Blizzard Ridge to the west and the massive depression of Flook Lake to the east. Human presence is sparse, centered primarily around Flook Ranch and a network of rough tracks like the Frenchglen Road and Rattlesnake Road. Water sources are critical identifiers in this arid environment, marked by Poker Jim Spring, Antelope Spring, and several small reservoirs such as Poker Jim Lake and Reservoir Lake. The mapping reveals the complex drainage patterns of Rock Creek as it winds through Division Canyon, reflecting a landscape managed for both wildlife conservation and seasonal ranching. Notable landmarks like Swede Knoll and Rattlesnake Draw provide specific points of reference for navigating this expansive basin-and-range topography.