2017 Map of Loco Lake

About this map

Loco Lake and the surrounding high desert terrain of Lake County are documented in this 2017 topographic study. The landscape is defined by significant vertical relief and intermittent water sources, where the drainage patterns of Tenmile Ridge and Tenmile Butte provide essential context for the area's hydrology. The survey reflects a sparsely populated region where navigation relies heavily on geological landmarks rather than a dense road network. Named high points like Sharp Top and Fivemile Point serve as primary navigational anchors across the open range. Water resources, critical in this arid environment, are specifically identified at S Cat Waterhole, highlighting the vital locations that support local wildlife and land use in this part of southeastern Oregon.