• A beautifully crafted, laser-cut wooden topographic map of Bear Lake spanning the Utah-Idaho border across Rich and Bear Lake Counties, illustrating the lake's impressive 70,000-acre natural basin with depth contours showing the remarkable 208-foot maximum depth, the 48-mile shoreline featuring pristine white sand beaches, major landmarks including Garden City, Rendezvous Beach, and the North Beach area, and the stunning turquoise waters that earned it the nickname "Caribbean of the Rockies."
  • 3D Lake Minnetonka map in a sleek black frame, displayed in a modern setting with contemporary decor elements.
  • 3D Lake of the Woods Map(Minnesota and Ontario) in a cherry frame in an outdoor natural light setting.
  • oak Cribbage board with Lake Minnetonka 3d carved into it and then filled in with blue epoxy.
  • 3D Burt Lake and Mullett Lake with a maple frame.
  • Closeup of a 3D lake map showcasing individual layers with a light blue to dark blue gradient for water depths and a light natural birch land layer.
  • Closeup of the 3D lake map frame color options, featuring Black, Cherry, Walnut, and Maple finishes.
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Bear (Rich, Bear Lake)

Bear (Rich, Bear Lake)

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Bear Lake in Rich County, Utah and Bear Lake County, Idaho

This map has 8 layers

Bear Lake is a 70,000-acre natural freshwater lake straddling the Utah-Idaho border in the Western United States, stretching approximately 20 miles long and eight miles wide with nearly equal portions in each state. Often called the "Caribbean of the Rockies" for its stunning turquoise-blue color created by suspended calcium carbonate deposits that refract light, this ancient lake formed through fault subsidence over 250,000 years ago and continues slowly deepening along its eastern side today. Reaching a remarkable maximum depth of 208 feet with an average depth of 94 feet, Bear Lake is the second-largest natural freshwater lake in Utah after Utah Lake and represents one of the oldest lakes in North America that has never completely dried up, making it a significant scientific resource for understanding regional climate patterns. The lake features 48 miles of shoreline ranging from white sand beaches with gentle slopes perfect for wading to deeper areas with impressive depth, creating diverse aquatic habitats that support four endemic fish species found nowhere else on earth, including the Bonneville Cisco, Bear Lake Sculpin, Bear Lake Whitefish, and Bonneville Whitefish. In 1911, the Bear River was diverted into Bear Lake via Mud Lake and a canal system, ending 11,000 years of separation between the river and lake, transforming the upper portion of the lake into a reservoir that stores spring runoff for irrigation while maintaining its natural beauty and recreational appeal. Mormon pioneers led by Charles C. Rich first settled the Bear Lake Valley in 1863 after making agreements with Native American tribes, establishing charming lakeside communities including Garden City, Fish Haven, St. Charles, and Laketown that continue serving visitors today.

Bear Lake offers world-class year-round recreational opportunities that attract hundreds of thousands of visitors annually seeking outdoor adventure, natural beauty, and the region's famous raspberry culture. The lake is renowned for trophy fishing, with anglers pursuing Cutthroat Trout reaching the 19-pound state record on the Idaho side, along with Lake Trout commonly caught in the 10 to 15-pound range, plus Bear Lake Whitefish and the unique Bonneville Cisco during designated snagging seasons, with fishing peaking during spring and fall when both trolling and ice fishing through the frozen lake surface draw enthusiasts from across the region. Bear Lake State Parks on both the Utah and Idaho sides provide extensive facilities including the Marina, Rendezvous Beach, East Beach, and Cisco Beach areas with developed campgrounds offering full hookups, primitive camping, group sites, boat ramps, swimming beaches, picnic facilities, and boat rentals including motorboats, sailboats, jet skis, kayaks, and paddleboards for exploring the crystal-clear waters. Beyond water activities, visitors can explore over 100 miles of hiking, biking, and ATV trails winding through the Cache National Forest and surrounding mountains, play golf at scenic nine-hole courses overlooking the lake in Garden City and Fish Haven, take guided horseback rides through mountain canyons, visit the spectacular Minnetonka Cave featuring nine rooms of stalactites and stalagmites reached by a half-mile tour through the 40-degree limestone cavern, and drive the breathtaking Logan Canyon Scenic Byway connecting Logan to Bear Lake through rugged mountains and wildflower meadows. The Bear Lake Valley is world-famous for its raspberries, celebrated each year during the Bear Lake Raspberry Days Festival held the first weekend of August in Garden City, featuring parades, rodeos, live entertainment, craft fairs, and countless opportunities to enjoy raspberry shakes, jams, syrups, and fresh-picked berries, while year-round visitors can sample these signature treats at shops and restaurants throughout the valley, including the iconic raspberry shakes served at numerous establishments along the lakeshore.

Dimensions:

Small: 8"x12"

Medium: 12"x18"

Large: 16"x24"

Extra Large: 20"x30"

XX Large: 24"x36"

Gigantic 30"x45"

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About our Maps

Every map is designed and built in Minnesota. Nothing is outsourced and nothing is imported.

  • Designed in-house. All art files are created by me, not purchased or reused
  • True layered 3D construction. Not engraved or printed
  • More layers, more detail. Most competitors use 3 to 7 layers. These use 8 or 15 layers
  • Original blue depth gradient. Light to dark blue shows water depth clearly
  • Handmade hardwood frames. Built from locally sourced rough sawn lumber, not pre-made frames

These are built to be the most accurate and most detailed 3D lake maps available.

Horn Dog Maps vs Others

True layered 3D construction
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: Sometimes

Designed in-house (no purchased files)
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: Sometimes
Etsy Sellers: No

Made in Minnesota
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No

Number of layers
Horn Dog Maps: 8 or 15
Other Companies: 3 to 7
Etsy Sellers: 3 to 7

Blue depth gradient water
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No

Handmade hardwood frame included
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No

Uses multiple depth data sources
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: Sometimes
Etsy Sellers: No

Custom lakes without delays
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No

Connection to the lakes
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these actually 3D or just engraved?

These are true 3D layered maps.

  • Made from 1/8 inch Baltic birch
  • Standard maps have 8 layers. 1 land layer and 7 water layers
  • HD maps have 15 layers. 1 land layer and 14 water layers

Each water layer uses a light to dark blue gradient so depth changes are easy to see.

Where are these made?

Everything is made in my shop in Minnesota.

  • Design
  • Cutting
  • Painting
  • Assembly
  • Frame building

The frames start as locally sourced rough sawn hardwood and are built from scratch.

Do you use real depth data?

Yes, as an angler and map nerd, accuracy matters to me. I use multiple data sources, up to six, to find the most accurate lake contours available.

I would not hang an inaccurate map in my house and I will not send one to yours.

Why buy from Horn Dog Maps instead of Etsy or marketplace sellers?

Most marketplace sellers:

  • Buy pre-made cut files, often from overseas
  • Have no connection to the lakes
  • Cannot verify accuracy
  • Have long delays if a file is not available

This leads to lower accuracy and longer lead times, often 6 to 8 weeks.

Because I design everything myself:

  • I can create a new lake mockup in about 30 minutes
  • You get a more accurate map, faster

What is your lead time?

Most orders ship in 1.5 to 2 weeks depending on the time of year.

Tell me about the Cribbage Boards

These are different from the layered maps and are not something you will find elsewhere.

  • Made from a solid piece of Maple or Cherry
  • The lake is engraved as if drained
  • Then filled with blue tinted epoxy that is still transparent

You can see:

  • Channels
  • Humps
  • Points
  • Structure

Additional features:

  • 2 or 3 track options
  • Choice of peg colors
  • Hidden peg storage with a magnetic dovetail slider
  • Rubber feet so it does not slide on the table

It is a functional game board and a detailed lake model in one.

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