2012 Map of Upper Lake

About this map

Upper Lake sits at the nexus of several creek systems in this 2012 survey, where Scotts Cr, Middle Cr, and Clover Cr converge toward the wetlands of Tule Lake. The settlement pattern follows the productive basins of Bachelor Valley and Middle Creek Valley, connected by historical routes like Bachelor Valley Rd. To the west, the community of Saratoga Springs and the nearby Witter Springs reflect the region's long-standing connection to local water sources. The terrain is defined by significant ridges and peaks including Sleeper Peak, White Rock Mountain, and Poe Mountain, while the name Bloody Island in the southeast serves as a reminder of the area's complex historical narrative. Northward, the landscape becomes increasingly remote, marked by high points such as Youngs Peak and the isolated Hunter Ranch along White Rock Canyon Rd.