2017 Map of Crane Prairie Reservoir

About this map

The Crane Prairie Reservoir dominates the eastern landscape of this Deschutes National Forest region, reflecting the hydraulic management of the upper Deschutes River basin. This high-altitude terrain in the Cascade Range is defined by volcanic features, including Cultus Mtn and a series of smaller cinder cones such as Wuksi Butte, Palanush Butte, and Shukash Butte. A fascinating local history detail is preserved at Billy Quinn Grave near Osprey Point, offering a rare genealogical marker in a landscape primarily utilized for timber and recreation. The hydrology is complex, with Cultus Lake and Winopee Lake feeding into a network of streams like Cultus Creek and Deer Creek. Early transit routes and forestry access are documented through the Metolius-Windigo trail and various National Forest Development roads, illustrating the area's role as a protected wilderness and watershed.