2011 Map of Alvord Hot Springs

About this map

Alvord Hot Springs serves as a focal point in this high-desert landscape of eastern Oregon, where thermal waters emerge near the base of the mountains. The settlement pattern is defined by isolated outposts like Carlson Ranch and Deppy Ranch, highlighting the historical reliance on perennial water sources in an arid environment. A network of drainages, including Indian Creek, Pike Creek, and Tuffy Creek, flows toward the eastern basin, carving sharp relief into the terrain at Wildhorse Canyon. Infrastructure is sparse, anchored by the Fields-Denio Rd and the unpaved Wild Horse Rd, which provide the primary access to these remote ranching and geothermal sites. The presence of Belzar Spring and various creek systems like Stonehouse Creek further emphasizes the critical role of hydrology in shaping human activity and land use in this part of Harney County.