2014 Map of Mud Lake Reservoir

About this map

Mud Lake Reservoir and its surrounding high-desert catchment dominate this remote corner of Lake County, where water management is etched into the landscape via numerous basins and tanks. The terrain is characterized by a series of shallow lakes and man-made impoundments like Big-Hole Reservoir and Trial Reservoir, which support the region's ranching and livestock operations. Settlement is virtually non-existent, replaced by a network of utilitarian tracks such as Mud Lk and School Section roads that connect isolated landmarks. From the northern reach of Fisher Canyon down to the wide expanse of Greaser Basin, the map reveals a geography defined by seasonal water flow and drainage patterns. Notable elevations like Little Juniper Mtn provide relief above the flat, alkaline beds of Mud Lake and Famine Lake, illustrating the harsh but carefully utilized topography of the Oregon outback.