2011 Map of Rat Lake

About this map

Whitestone Creek and Swamp Creek define the drainage patterns of this high-elevation landscape in Okanogan County. The terrain is characterized by prominent peaks like Dent Mountain and Bald Knob, while water management is anchored by the Rat Lake Dam and its namesake reservoir. A sparse network of mountain roads, including Sines Rd and Paradise Hill Rd, connects the small settlement at Harmony Heights with the surrounding canyons. This 2011 survey captures the area's rural character and rugged geography, showing how transportation routes like the Hanford Cutoff and County Hwy 1703 navigate the complex topography between Rowel Canyon and Rat Lake. Researchers can trace the development of small-scale infrastructure and the proximity of seasonal lakes such as Rowel Lake and Starzman Lake to established land parcels.