2011 Map of Crane Prairie

About this map

Crane Prairie serves as the central focal point of this high-altitude landscape in Grant County, characterized by an intricate network of forest service roads and drainage basins. The eastern edge of the quadrangle is defined by the course of the North Fork Malheur River, which collects water from numerous named canyons and gulches, including the deeply cut Telephone Gulch and Rattlesnake Canyon. This 2011 survey reveals the vital role of natural water sources in this environment, marking numerous isolated springs such as Winegar Spring, Roaring Spring, and Lost Camp Spring. These features, along with the North Fork Cow Camp in the northeast, reflect the historical and ongoing use of the area for seasonal grazing and wilderness management. High points like Sheep Mountain and Summit Rock provide orientation across the diverse terrain of the Blue Mountains province.