1964 Map of Drews Gap

About this map

Fremont National Forest dominates this landscape in southern Oregon, where the high-altitude terrain transitions between the Willow Creek Hills and the winding course of Antelope Creek. The map documents a rugged water management network critical to the region's ranching economy, featuring Cottonwood Reservoir in the northeast and smaller catchments like Hill Reservoir and Muddy Reservoir. At the heart of the quadrangle, Drews Gap provides a vital passage through the mountains, flanked by the R A Booth Memorial State Park. Local heritage is anchored by established family operations such as the Lamb Ranch and Hill Ranch, situated near the confluence of seasonal streams and canyons. The presence of numerous named springs, including those near Fish Lake and Patton Meadow, underscores the importance of every water source in this arid forest environment.