2011 Map of Diamond Peak

About this map

Diamond Peak and Mount Misery tower over this corner of Southeast Washington, defining a landscape of high ridges and deep drainages. The 2011 survey reveals a territory shaped by remote cattle ranching and seasonal camps, with established holdings like the F Kessler Ranch, C H Neal Ranch, and Cecil Bott Ranch concentrated along the southern flats near Kessler Mill Rd. Higher elevations are marked by utilitarian outposts such as Sheephead Corral and Kelly Camp, positioned near the headwaters of the West Fork First Creek. The topography is a complex network of seasonal water sources including Squaw Spring and Pistol Spring, which sustain life between prominent landmarks like Bald Butte and the Chaparral Basin. This map is particularly valuable for documenting the specific family ranch locations that have persisted in this high-country environment.