2017 Map of Devils Gap

About this map

Rock Creek and its many tributaries carve a complex network of drainages across this high-plateau landscape along the Gilliam and Morrow county line. The topography is dominated by a series of deeply etched canyons and hollows, including Cayuse Canyon, Wolf Hollow, and Sixmile Canyon. A notable cultural landmark is the Brown Cem, situated near Horse Hollow and the topographical namesake Devils Gap. The presence of Box Elder Spring at the head of Box Elder Canyon suggests the critical importance of localized water sources in this arid region. The map details an established network of local routes like Hale Ridge Rd and Cayuse Canyon Rd that follow the natural contours of the ridges and canyon floors, reflecting the long-standing ranching and land-management patterns of north-central Oregon.