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2023 Map of Craft Point

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Craft Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Malheur National Forest encompasses the high-elevation terrain of Harney County, characterized by a series of prominent peaks and vital water sources. The landscape is anchored by Mt Tom in the north and Thompson Mtn to the south, with the distinctive Elephant Butte and Craft Point marking the southeastern and southwestern reaches. The area is defined by its complex drainage network, where Gould Creek and Jones Creek wind through deep draws.

Water management is central to this landscape, as evidenced by several named catchments including Temple Reservoir, Miller Reservoir, and Poer Reservoir. Numerous named springs like Widow Spring and Tate Spring indicate the critical role of groundwater in sustaining this high-desert forest environment. The map details a transition from the forested slopes of Buck Butte to the open expanse of Oard Flat, reflecting the varied topography of this section of the Oregon interior.