2014 Map of Red Bank Lakes

About this map

Red Bank Lakes and the surrounding high desert of Harney County are defined by an intricate network of water management features essential for ranching and wildlife in this arid landscape. This 2014 survey reveals a territory marked by numerous human-made and natural catchments, including State Game Reservoir Number Eleven and the Hidden Reservoir. The terrain is characterized by the dramatic Dry Valley Rim and the volcanic depression known as Hole in the Ground, which contains its own seasonal Hole in the Ground Lake. Practical infrastructure for land use is evident through the naming of specific stock water sources like Common Bedground Waterhole and Egan Cabin Waterhole. The map also captures local history through place names like Bacon Camp Draw and Old Jims Open, reflecting the legacy of early settlers and livestock herders who navigated this isolated corner of Oregon.