2014 Map of Big Lookout Mountain

About this map

Big Lookout Mountain dominates the landscape of eastern Baker County, where the high-altitude terrain is carved by a complex network of gulches and seasonal drainages. In the southwestern corner, the settlement of Weatherby sits along the primary transport corridor near Jordan Creek Rd and Swayze Cr. The names etched across these slopes, such as Gold Cliff Gulch, Quartz Gulch, and Drindarry Gulch, point toward a history of mineral exploration and prospecting in the area's steep ravines. Isolated water sources like Hawks Nest Spring and Mud Spring are critical landmarks for those navigating the high country between Morgan Mtn and the various forks of Swayze Creek. The map documents a rugged landscape defined by its hydrography, from the headwaters of Manning Creek to the deep cut of Pole Gulch.