1992 Map of Cadle Butte

About this map

Ochoco Mountains topography dominates this 1990s forest service study, revealing a landscape defined by high-elevation drainage systems and scattered grazing operations. The Ochoco National Forest land is marked by significant hydrological features including the headwaters of Ochoco Creek, Peterson Creek, and the grazing lands at Lawson Creek Meadows. Notable for local history and land-use researchers are the isolated locations of Howard School and the Keystone Ranch, which indicate the sparse but persistent settlement patterns in this area of Crook County. Several prospects and a gravel pit are scattered along the creek beds, highlighting the small-scale mineral extraction and resource management typical of the era. The primary transit route through this terrain is the Prineville Big Summit Rd, which connects the high peaks and valleys.