2023 Map of Barnes Valley

About this map

Barnes Valley serves as a central drainage basin in this high-altitude landscape of southern Oregon, where the headwaters of Barnes Valley Creek and Lapham Creek weave through the protected expanse of the Fremont National Forest. The geography is defined by its complex hydrology, featuring numerous seasonal springs and localized catchments such as Malloy Spring, Pitch Log Spring, and Burnt Log Spring. These water sources were vital for the early ranching and timber interests that shaped this portion of the Klamath-Lake county line. To the north, the terrain transitions into a series of distinctive flats and reservoirs, including Holbrook Reservoir and Middle Fishhole, illustrating the historical importance of water management in this semi-arid timberland. The presence of remote tracks like BLM RD 40-15e highlights the enduring isolation of this volcanic plateau region.