2020 Map of Dead Dog Canyon

About this map

Buzan Cem sits on the high ground between Salt Springs Canyon and Dead Dog Canyon, marking a quiet historical site in this remote stretch of Central Oregon. The landscape is defined by the sharp descent from the plateaus of Johnson Ridge and McLeod Ridge toward the winding channel of Buck Hollow Cr. This drainage serves as the boundary between Wasco and Sherman Counties, a natural border formed by deep erosion. Long-established routes such as Bakeoven Rd and Dugger Rd trace the contours of the high desert, providing access to isolated points like Sugarloaf. The map reveals an intricate network of seasonal drainages, including Bakeoven Cr and Smith Canyon, which have carved the terrain into a series of distinct ridges and draws that reflect the geological character of the region.