2004 Map of Valley Falls

About this map

Valley Falls serves as the focal point for this high-desert landscape in Lake County, situated at the junction where the Outback Scenic Byway skirts the eastern edge of the Fremont National Forest. The geography is defined by a series of flats and meadows, such as Coyote Flat and Bull Meadow, which provide breaks in the rising timberline. For genealogists and local historians, the map preserves specific land-use markers like the Loveless Homestead and Simms Ranch, alongside natural landmarks like Bowersox Lake and Soda Springs. The Crooked Creek Valley forms a prominent corridor through the southern half of the quadrangle, while the Chandler State Wayside offers a glimpse into early 20th-century recreational land management. The presence of numerous springs, including Dicks Spring and Hill Spring, highlights the critical importance of water sources in this arid timber and grazing region.