2013 Map of Antelope Spring

About this map

Spiry Place sits as a lonely human landmark amidst the network of drainage systems in Owyhee County, where the high desert landscape is defined by its water sources and rugged transit routes. This 2013 survey highlights the intricate hydrology of the region, anchored by Antelope Spring and numerous seasonal flows such as Buckaroo Cr, Horse Thief Cr, and Castle Cr. The naming conventions found here, from Hogpen Gulch to the steep Bachman Grade, reflect a history of ranching and early mountain passage. Long-established tracks like Triangle Rd and Alder Creek Rd connect these remote coordinates, tracing the same essential paths used for decades to navigate the canyons and creek beds of the high Owyhee country.