2017 Map of Beatys Butte

About this map

Beatys Butte rises as the dominant landmark of this high desert terrain in southern Harney County, marking a landscape defined by critical water sources and historic transit corridors. The presence of the Old Military Rd cutting across the northeastern quadrant indicates the historical importance of this route for early movement through the Great Basin. The map reveals a high concentration of named water features, such as Willow Spring, Sunset Spring, and Buena Vista Spring, which historically dictated the survival and movement of livestock and travelers in this arid region. From the wide expanse of the Catlow Valley to the volcanic profiles of Rattlesnake Butte and the Red Hills, this survey captures the intersection of natural topography and the sparse human infrastructure of the mid-2010s, including Beatys Butte Rd and Red Hills Rd.