2011 Map of Bally Mountain

About this map

Bally Mountain serves as a central landmark in this portion of the Umatilla National Forest, presiding over a landscape defined by an intricate network of drainages and seasonal water sources. The area is characterized by significant topographical shifts, most notably at The Narrows and within the deep incisions of Cougar Canyon and Bally Canyon. This 2011 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey and U.S. Forest Service documents the vital role of natural springs in this high-country environment, labeling numerous named sources including Wildhorse Spring, McDonald Spring, and Horseshoe Spring. The presence of Bally Camp and a system of forest roads, such as Rocky Ridge Rd and Indian Lake Rd, indicates the area's use for resource management and recreation. To the north, Indian Lake and the headwaters of East Birch Creek provide contrast to the drier, creek-cut ridges that dominate the southern half of the quadrangle.