• A breathtaking, laser-cut, multi-layered wooden map of Lake Jocassee in Oconee County, South Carolina, capturing the reservoir's serpentine arms extending into mountain coves, dramatic depth contours descending to 300 feet, the 75 miles of undeveloped forested shoreline, and the four major river inflows from the Blue Ridge Mountains.
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  • 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.
  • Closeup of the 3D lake map frame color options, featuring Black, Cherry, Walnut, and Maple finishes.
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Lake Jocassee in Oconee County, South Carolina

Lake Jocassee in Oconee County, South Carolina

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Lake Jocassee in Oconee County, South Carolina

This lake has 8 Layers or 15 Layers for HD Version

Lake Jocassee is a stunning 7,500-acre reservoir nestled in the northwestern corner of South Carolina within Oconee and Pickens Counties, created in 1973 through a partnership between the state and Duke Energy for hydroelectric power generation and flood control. Reaching depths of 300 feet and fed by four pristine Appalachian mountain rivers—the Whitewater, Thompson, Toxaway, and Horsepasture—this remarkable lake boasts some of the cleanest and clearest waters in the Southeast with visibility ranging from 20 to 50 feet, often drawing comparisons to Caribbean waters. The massive Jocassee Dam stands 385 feet high and 1,750 feet long, impounding the lake at a surface elevation of 1,100 feet above sea level within the spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain foothills. The lake's name derives from a Cherokee legend meaning "Place of the Lost One," honoring Jocassee, a Cherokee maiden who, according to tradition, walked across the water to meet her slain lover's ghost. The historic Jocassee Valley, once the heart of Cherokee Nation homelands including the ancient town of Keowee, now lies 300 feet beneath the lake's surface, while the Mount Carmel Baptist Church Cemetery, famously featured in the 1972 film Deliverance, rests under 130 feet of water near the lake's northern reaches

Lake Jocassee is renowned as South Carolina's premier trout fishing destination, holding state records for five species including redeye bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, brown trout, and rainbow trout, with the cool mountain-fed waters maintaining year-round temperatures ideal for salmonid populations. The lake's 75 miles of largely undeveloped shoreline remain protected, as Duke Energy and the State of South Carolina maintain ownership of surrounding lands, preserving the pristine natural character that makes Devils Fork State Park the sole public access point to this mountain jewel. Spectacular waterfalls cascade directly into the lake from steep, forested slopes, accessible only by boat, while the surrounding 50,000-acre Jocassee Gorges Wilderness Area protects one of the highest concentrations of waterfalls in the eastern United States and serves as habitat for the rare Oconee Bell wildflower. The lake's exceptional clarity and depth have made it a premier scuba diving destination in the Southeast, where divers explore submerged structures including an intact lodge resting 300 feet below the surface, old-growth forest remnants, and numerous dive sites ranging from 30 to 70 feet deep. Visitors enjoy boating, kayaking, swimming, waterfall tours, and camping at Devils Fork State Park, which offers fully-furnished villas and multiple campgrounds including primitive boat-in sites, all surrounded by the majestic scenery that earned Lake Jocassee features in National Geographic and recognition as one of the most beautiful lakes in the world

Dimensions:

Small: 8"x12"

Medium: 12"x18"

Large: 16"x24"

Extra Large: 20"x30"

XX Large: 24"x36"

Gigantic 30"x45"

HD Extra Large: 20"x30" - 15 Layers

HD XX Large: 24"x36" - 15 Layers

HD Gigantic 30"x45" - 15 Layers

The difference between standard and HD maps is the number of layers. Standard maps have 1 land layer and 7 water layers. " The HD lake maps have 1 land layer and 14 water layers. So twice the detail. The HD Maps are limited to Extra Large, " XX Large, and Gigantic sizes only. On the smaller sizes the depth change of the wood is too extreme and you end up losing detail.

Cribbage Boards - 10"x14" - Your choice of Maple or Cherry wood, 2 or 3 runs, and your choice of peg colors.

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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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