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1972 Map of Aldrich Mountain South

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Aldrich Mountain South
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Malheur National Forest dominates this section of Grant County, where the high elevation of Aldrich Mtn and Timber Mountain defines the drainage patterns of the eastern Oregon interior. The map documents a landscape of steep gulches and ridges, where water sources like Big Pine Springs and Roaring Spring were critical for local activity. Evidence of human presence is concentrated in small outposts and agricultural sites, notably the Murderers Creek Ranch and isolated structures like Weaver Cabin.

The hydrography of the region is centered on the winding path of Murderers Creek and its many tributaries, including South Fork Murderers Creek and East Fork Deer Creek. Features such as Shake Table and Thorn Ridge provide clear landmarks for understanding the terrain. The network of 4WD trails across the forest suggests a period of transition between traditional ranching use and increasing recreational or forest management access.