2017 Map of Frederick Butte

About this map

Frederick Butte and Indian Butte anchor this high-desert landscape along the border of Deschutes and Lake counties. The 2017 survey reveals a terrain defined by volcanic features and ephemeral hydrology, including isolated peaks like No Name Butte and Peters Butte. This region, characterized by its arid character, features several vital water points for local land use, such as Hayes Spring and Concentration Reservoir Number Three. The presence of small, intermittent water bodies like Little Benjamin Lake and Cracker Lake reflects the area's drainage patterns, where seasonal moisture collects in shallow depressions. Transportation is limited to a few arterial routes, including Frederick Butte Rd and Co HWY 5-13b, which connect this sparsely populated territory to the broader Oregon backcountry.