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2023 Map of Fort Rock

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Fort Rock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Fort Rock Valley dominates this high desert landscape, characterized by the dramatic volcanic formations of the Great Basin. The small settlement of Fort Rock sits near the northern edge of the quadrangle, serving as a focal point for the surrounding ranching and rural community. The presence of the Fort Rock Cem near the volcanic landmark suggests the deep roots of the early 20th-century homesteaders who attempted to farm this arid region.

Ephemeral hydrology is evident in the scattered basins of Beasley Lake and Morehouse Lake, which reflect the area's internal drainage patterns. To the south, the terrain rises into the Connley Hills and isolated volcanic features like Spike Butte and Coyote Butte. The road network, including CO Hwy 5-11 and various county routes, follows the section lines of the Public Land Survey System, a testament to the grid-based settlement of the Oregon interior.