2011 Map of Circle Bar

About this map

Circle Bar Ranch and the community of Circle Bar anchor this rural landscape in Harney County, characterized by a complex network of waterways and ranching operations. The terrain is defined by the high, flat reaches of the Beaver Tables and the seasonal flows of Crane Creek and Beaver Creek. Human impact on the hydrology is evident through features like Fister Ditch, which redirects water to support the agricultural needs of the high desert. Local travel is facilitated by the Riverside Rd and Crane-Venator Rd, providing essential connections between isolated homesteads such as Miller Ranch and Hamilton Ranch. This documentation captures the persistent ranching culture and the critical relationship between land management and water resources in this portion of the Oregon backcountry.