2023 Map of Willow Lake

About this map

The Rogue River National Forest defines this high-elevation landscape in Jackson County, where the storage of Willow Lake sits amidst a complex network of timbered ridges and seasonal watercourses. The terrain is characterized by prominent local landmarks such as Esmond Mtn and Juniper Ridge, with the southern portion of the map opening into the broad, flat expanse of Willow Prairie. This area is a hub for recreational and forest management activities, featuring several named springs like Whiskey Springs and Cougar Spring, alongside an established trail system including the Willow Prairie East Loop Trl. Drainage is primarily northward through systems like Willow Creek and southward via the North Fork Little Butte Creek, illustrating the continental divide-like nature of the forest's interior ridges. Named clearings such as Indian Glade and Parker Meadow suggest a history of localized grazing and forest usage within the larger wilderness context.