1996 Map of Floras Lake

About this map

Floras Lake sits as a prominent freshwater landmark separated from the Pacific Ocean by a narrow strip of coastal land along the Curry County coastline. This 1996 revision, produced by the Forest Service and the U.S. Geological Survey, illustrates a landscape dedicated largely to conservation and public recreation. The eastern shore is defined by Floras Lake State Park and Boise-Cope Park, where a Boat Ramp provides access to the water. To the west, the offshore environment is protected as part of the Oregon Islands National Wildlife Refuge, featuring prominent geological markers such as Blacklock Point and Tower Rock. The map reflects the late-twentieth-century focus on preserving the unique ecological transition between the coastal forest and the open sea.