• A precision laser-cut, multi-layered wooden map of Lake Pleasant in Maricopa and Yavapai Counties, Arizona — a 10,000-acre Sonoran Desert reservoir northwest of Phoenix with 116 miles of dramatic canyon shoreline. The natural wood top layer captures every rugged cove in fine detail, while a light-to-dark blue gradient conveys the lake's 170-foot depth. A handcrafted statement piece for any Arizona lake home, desert retreat, or outdoor enthusiast's wall.
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Lake Pleasant in Maricopa and Yavapai Counties, Arizona

Lake Pleasant in Maricopa and Yavapai Counties, Arizona

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Lake Pleasant in Maricopa and Yavapai Counties, Arizona

This lake has 8 Layers or 15 Layers for HD Version

Lake Pleasant is a 10,000-acre reservoir on the Agua Fria River in Maricopa and Yavapai Counties, Arizona, sitting at 1,700 feet elevation with 116 miles of cove-lined desert shoreline and a maximum depth of 170 feet. Originally impounded by the Carl Pleasant Dam in 1927 and dramatically expanded in 1994 by the New Waddell Dam — one of the largest roller-compacted concrete dams in the world — the lake is fed by both the Agua Fria River and the Central Arizona Project Canal. Largemouth and Striped Bass, Channel Catfish, White Crappie, and Bluegill draw anglers year-round, while wild burros, bobcats, bald eagles, and great blue herons share the rugged desert shoreline with boaters, kayakers, and scuba divers exploring submerged remnants of old ranch structures beneath the surface.

Located just 35 miles northwest of downtown Phoenix near Peoria, Lake Pleasant anchors Lake Pleasant Regional Park — one of the premier outdoor recreation destinations in the entire Sonoran Desert. Two full-service marinas — Pleasant Harbor and Scorpion Bay — provide boat rentals, launch ramps, camping, and lakeside dining, while the Yavapai Point Trail rewards hikers with sweeping views across the lake and surrounding desert canyon landscape. The lake sits within easy reach of the communities of Peoria, Surprise, and Glendale in the booming northwest Phoenix metro corridor.

A laser-cut wooden map of Lake Pleasant makes a breathtaking and bold piece of wall art for any Arizona lake home, Sonoran Desert retreat, or Phoenix-area outdoor enthusiast's space. The natural wood top layer traces every dramatic cove and inlet of this vast desert reservoir's 116 miles of rugged shoreline in stunning detail, while the light-to-dark blue gradient layers beautifully capture the lake's striking 170-foot depth against the stark beauty of the surrounding desert landscape. A handcrafted gift perfectly suited for Lake Pleasant boaters, Phoenix-area anglers, and anyone proud to call this spectacular Arizona waterway their home lake.

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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