2017 Map of Juniper Lake

About this map

Steens Mtn dominates this Harney County landscape, where the high desert terrain of southeastern Oregon is punctuated by a series of alkaline basins and ephemeral water sources. The map reveals a complex hydrography including the curiously named Ten Cent Lake and Fifteen Cent Lake, alongside larger bodies like Juniper Lake and Puhi-Pane Na-De Lake. These seasonal lakes and springs, such as Neal Spring and Negro Springs, have long served as vital landmarks in an arid environment. Transportation through this remote section is defined by long, straight stretches like the Fields-Denio Rd and the steep ascent of the Juniper Grade. These routes trace the edge of the mountains, connecting the valley floors with the high ridges, while landmarks like Heath Lake and Pollock Reservoir indicate the ongoing human management of scarce water resources for ranching and livestock.