2011 Map of Acty Mountain NE

About this map

Basque Hills define the northern terrain of this remote corner of Harney County, illustrating the high-desert character of the Oregon landscape. In a region where water is a critical resource for ranching and wildlife, the Red Waterhole serves as a notable landmark amidst the high-elevation flats. The southern portion of the quadrangle is etched by the drainage of Canyon Creek, which cuts through the topography as it flows eastward. This 2011 survey, produced by the U.S. Geological Survey, maps a sparsely populated area where the road network consists primarily of local tracks and four-wheel-drive trails, reflecting a landscape still shaped by traditional land use and natural drainage patterns.