2014 Map of Skunk Lake

About this map

Skunk Lake and several smaller basins define the hydrography of this Sheridan County landscape, where the sandy, undulating terrain suggests the edges of the Nebraska Sandhills. A sparse network of primitive routes, including 295th Trl and 326th Trl, crisscross the area, following the natural contours of the land rather than a rigid grid. These trails provide access to the water bodies that dot the southern half of the map, such as Goose Lake and Dillings Lake. The absence of dense settlement or built infrastructure highlights the rural character of this region during the early twenty-first century, emphasizing its use for ranching or conservation. On the southern edge, Long Lake further illustrates the cluster of seasonal and permanent wetlands that characterize this unique ecosystem.