1966 Map of Clover Creek Ranch

About this map

Old Indian Treaty Boundary lines cut through this high desert region of Malheur County, marking historical land divisions across a landscape defined by seasonal water management. Centered on the Clover Creek Ranch, the map reveals a network of remote livestock operations and water control features including the Log Creek Basin Reservoir, Rock Creek Reservoir, and Jenkins Res No 1. The drainage of Bully Creek and its many forks dominate the topography, which is scattered with isolated landmarks like Circle Butte and Juniper Mtn. In a region where accessibility was limited to rugged paths such as the Ferriers Trail and various pack trails, a lone Landing Strip near the primary ranch headquarters provides a rare link to the outside world, illustrating the logistical challenges of mid-century ranching in eastern Oregon.