2017 Map of Flowers Gulch

About this map

The Middle Fork John Day River winds through the northern reaches of this Grant County landscape, set within the eastern boundaries of the Malheur National Forest. This 2017 survey documents a high-altitude terrain defined by steep drainage systems and prominent volcanic landmarks, most notably the Ritter Butte Summit and the distinctive Sugar Loaf Mtn. The map records a transition from these heights down into deep incisions like Flowers Gulch and Troutman Gulch. Aviation and transport are represented by Miranda's Skyranch Airport and a network of remote access points including Long Creek-Pass Creek Rd. The convergence of water bodies such as Granite Cr and Pass Cr illustrates the complex hydrology that has shaped these canyons over millennia, providing a detailed view of the region's topography and land use patterns.