2014 Map of Axehandle Butte

About this map

Ashwood serves as the primary settlement within this high-desert landscape in Jefferson County, situated along the banks of Trout Cr. The terrain is defined by a series of volcanic features and drainage networks, with Axehandle Butte and Axehandle Ridge dominating the northeastern sector. A sophisticated system of creeks, including Clover Cr and Gooseberry Cr, carves through the landscape, feeding into larger watercourses. To the west, the topography rises sharply at Grater Butte and Ash Butte, while the central portion is marked by the prominence of Thompson Peak. This 2014 survey documents the enduring ranching and rural character of the region, where roads like NE Gonser Rd provide access to family-named landmarks and secluded points such as Axehandle Spring.