2010 Map of Chilly Buttes

About this map

The Chilly settlement and its surrounding agricultural valley are defined by the hydraulic engineering of the Chilly Canal, which diverts water across the landscape east of the Big Lost River. This 2010 survey illustrates a high-altitude ranching environment where water management is paramount, evidenced by the network of named drainages like Sage Creek, Thousand Springs Creek, and Bartlett Creek that feed into the river system. The terrain is punctuated by distinctive volcanic or erosional features such as Chilly Buttes and Swensen Butte, which provide vertical relief against the valley floor. For local historians, the Chilly Cemetery remains a central landmark for the community, while the Big Lost River Upper Access Area indicates the region's importance for modern riparian management and recreation. The road network, including Trail Creek Rd and Peck Canyon Rd, follows the natural contours of the canyons and the flatlands of Anderson Flat Rd.