2014 Map of Butler Butte

About this map

Butler Butte rises along the border of Douglas and Jackson Counties, serving as a high-altitude anchor for this heavily forested portion of the Southern Cascades. This modern topography documents the intersection of the Umpqua National Forest and the Rogue River National Forest, where a dense network of forest development roads like Nat For Dev Rd 2980 and Nat For Dev Rd 2950 crisscross the drainage basins. Notable water systems include Whisky Creek and Black Canyon Creek, which carve through the varied terrain of Squaw Flat and Grassy Range. The map reveals a landscape managed for timber and recreation, highlighting landmarks such as Cow Horn Arch and Tallow Butte that define the local geography. Significant changes in elevation are traced across Bald Ridge and down toward Beaver Creek, providing a detailed look at the hydrology and land-use divisions of these protected public lands.