2010 Map of Big Southern Butte

About this map

Big Southern Butte dominates the volcanic landscape of Butte County, rising as a prominent landmark for travelers and aviators alike. In this high desert terrain, water management is essential, evidenced by the strategic placement of Big Butte Reservoir and Big Butte Reservoir Number Two to the north and west of the main peak. The presence of the Big Southern Butte Airport near Frenchmans Cabin highlights the transition of this territory from traditional livestock grazing to modern utility and accessibility. A network of arterial routes, including the Arco-Service Berry Rd and the Big Southern Butte Rd, connects these isolated points across the sagebrush-covered plains. To the southwest, the seasonal catchment of Big Lake offers a rare hydrographic feature in an otherwise arid expanse defined by cinder cones and basalt formations like Coyote Butte.