2020 Map of Barker Canyon

About this map

Banks Lake dominates the southern reaches of this landscape, its expansive waters meeting the dramatic rising terrain of the Coulee country. The boundary between Douglas and Grant counties cuts through this high desert region, where geological landmarks like Steamboat Butte and Barker Butte rise above the surrounding plateaus. The topography is defined by the sharp descent into Barker Canyon, where Barker Canyon Lake sits as a smaller water feature tucked beneath the canyon walls. A network of rural routes, including RD 26 Ne and Barker Canyon Rd, provides access to the higher elevations and local grazing lands. This survey captures a moment in the modern management of these shared county lands, highlighting the contrast between the engineered water systems and the natural volcanic formations like Cache Butte.