2017 Map of Blue Canyon

About this map

Whitman National Forest dominates this section of Baker County, where the topography transition from the high Elkhorn Ridge down toward the Powder River valley. The map preserves the legacy of the historic mining era through local names like California Gulch, Freezeout Gulch, and French Gulch. A central historical landmark is the Auburn Cem, located along Auburn Ln, serving as a silent reminder of the former gold-rush settlement that once served as the county seat. Water management is a defining characteristic of the landscape, evidenced by the intricate Littlefield Ditch and a network of storage sites including the Old Auburn Reservoir, Vogel Reservoir, and Haskell Reservoir. To the southwest, the modern footprint of Phillips Lake meets the riparian environment of Salisbury Marsh, illustrating the evolving use of the region's river systems.