2020 Map of Blitzen NW

About this map

Catlow Valley dominates this high-desert landscape in southeastern Oregon, where the subtle drainage of Rock Creek and Guano Slough defines the hydrologic character of the basin. The map reveals the persistence of early ranching infrastructure and remote homesteading patterns, evidenced by the presence of Rock Creek Cem situated along the lower slopes. This cemetery remains a vital point of interest for genealogists tracing the sparse pioneer history of Harney County. The movement across the valley floor is governed by the primitive route of Rock Creek Ln, which traverses the township lines of this arid region. The spatial arrangement of these water features and the lone cemetery highlights the isolation and environmental constraints that have shaped land use in this part of the Great Basin.