2018 Map of The Panhandle

About this map

Tule Lake dominates the upper margins of this landscape where the borders of Siskiyou and Modoc counties meet. This northern California region is defined by a unique convergence of protected lands, including the Tule Lake National Wildlife Refuge and the volcanic terrain of Lava Beds National Monument. The map reveals the stark transition from the managed wetlands and agricultural areas near settlements like Liskey, Hannchen, and Kandra to the rugged volcanic geology of the south. Distinctive landmarks such as Hospital Rock and Prisoners Rock rise from the terrain, while historical pathways like the Lyons Trail cut through the volcanic landscape toward the Modoc National Forest. The presence of the Schonchin Flow and Juniper Butte underscores the area's intense geological history, providing a detailed record of the natural features that have shaped this high-desert environment.