• An exquisitely detailed, multi-layered laser-cut wooden topographic map of Possum Kingdom Lake winding through the Palo Pinto Mountains across four Texas counties, featuring depth contours illustrating the dramatic 145-foot maximum depth, the serpentine 310-mile shoreline carved through limestone canyons, the iconic Hell's Gate formation with its towering cliffs, Morris Sheppard Dam at the southern terminus, and the 65-mile stretch of pristine blue water following the ancient Brazos River channel.
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  • 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.
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Possum Kingdom Lake in Palo Pinto County, Texas

Possum Kingdom Lake in Palo Pinto County, Texas

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Possum Kingdom Lake in Palo Pinto County, Texas

This lake has 8 Layers or 15 Layers for HD Version

Possum Kingdom Lake is a 17,000-acre reservoir on the Brazos River in north-central Texas, approximately 90 miles northwest of Fort Worth in the rugged canyon country of the Palo Pinto Mountains. Created by the Morris Sheppard Dam, which was authorized by Congress in 1935 and constructed by the Works Progress Administration between 1936 and 1941 during the Great Depression, this was the first water supply reservoir built in the Brazos River basin. The unique buttressed Ambursen-type concrete dam stands 190 feet high and 2,700 feet long, featuring distinctive arched wings on either side of nine spillway gates rather than traditional filled concrete construction. The lake stretches 65 miles from its northern reaches to the dam at the south end, following the winding course of the Brazos River through dramatic limestone canyons that were carved through the Palo Pinto Mountains, creating the unusually deep and exceptionally clear blue waters that distinguish Possum Kingdom from other Texas lakes. With 310 miles of serpentine shoreline featuring towering cliffs, sandy beaches, quiet coves, and scenic vistas, the reservoir reaches depths of 145 feet near the dam with an average depth of 37 feet. The lake's distinctive name originated from Ike Sablosky, a Russian Jewish immigrant who arrived in Mineral Wells in 1905 seeking health treatments and subsequently entered the fur and hide business, greeting his best suppliers of possum pelts from the Brazos River canyon as "the boys from the Possum Kingdom," and the name endured to become legendary

Possum Kingdom Lake has earned recognition as one of the most scenic man-made lakes in Texas and serves as a premier recreational destination offering world-class fishing, boating, water sports, scuba diving, camping, and outdoor adventure. The reservoir supports excellent sport fishing for Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass, White Bass, Crappie, Channel Catfish, Blue Catfish, and sunfish, with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department regularly stocking Florida-strain Largemouth Bass and Striped Bass to maintain trophy fishing opportunities. The lake's most iconic landmark is Hell's Gate, a spectacular 85-foot sheer limestone formation that creates a natural gateway into a massive cove on the south end of the lake, serving as Texas's premier party cove where hundreds of boats gather during summer weekends and hosting one of the state's largest Fourth of July fireworks displays. Hell's Gate also features Devil's Island and has hosted Red Bull cliff diving competitions, attracting thrill-seekers and spectators from across the state. Possum Kingdom State Park encompasses 1,530 acres on the western shores, offering over 100 developed campsites, six air-conditioned cabins with lake views, three miles of wooded hiking and biking trails through the Palo Pinto Mountains, public boat ramps, a fishing pier, swimming areas, and a well-stocked park store with boat rentals and supplies. The Brazos River Authority operates several additional parks and public-use areas on the eastern peninsula with camping facilities, picnic areas, and water access, including the popular Sandy Beach and North D&D parks. Nearby attractions include The Cliffs Resort perched 200 feet above the lake with an 18-hole championship golf course, spa facilities, and upscale dining, multiple full-service marinas offering boat rentals and watercraft services, the historic 433-foot Possum Kingdom Stone Arch Bridge built in 1942 as the longest masonry arch bridge in Texas, and the charming communities of Mineral Wells, Graham, and Breckenridge offering museums, dining, and small-town hospitality within easy driving distance of the 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.

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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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