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2011 Map of Boulder Butte

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Boulder Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Middle Fork John Day River meanders through this high-elevation landscape in the Blue Mountains, where historical mining and timber interests have left a lasting imprint. Several localized mining sites are preserved here, including the Reed Mine, Stalter Mine, and Wray Mine in the northern half, and the Stithum Mine further south. These operations, along with China Diggings, point to a history of prospecting along the numerous tributaries that feed into the river system.

Elevated landmarks like Boulder Butte, Crockett Knob, and Myrtle Butte define the watershed divides, while names like Paw Meadow, Coyote Meadow, and Squatter Flat suggest areas once used for seasonal grazing or early camps. The road network, including the Up Middle Fork RD and Co RD 20 A, follows the natural contours of the river valleys, providing access to the Head O'Boulder Camp and various drainages like Big Boulder Creek and Sunshine Creek.