2017 Map of Flybee Lake

About this map

Flybee Lake and its surrounding high-desert hydrology define this section of Harney County, where the U.S. Geological Survey documented critical water sources in an arid landscape. The area is marked by significant topographical relief, from the depths of Deep Canyon in the north to the broad expanse of Open Valley in the south. These features reveal the vital importance of seasonal and permanent water collection for regional land use, specifically highlighted by named sites like Open Valley Waterhole Number Three. The landscape is a network of named drainages and hollows, including Smoky Hollow and Devils Canyon, which provide a detailed look at the basin-and-range character of the region. Distinctive landmarks such as Hole in Rocks and the western edge of Little Valley serve as essential orientation points within the township and range survey system.