2017 Map of Happy Valley

About this map

Happy Valley is defined by a landscape of volcanic rims and high desert drainages in Harney County, where ranching heritage is inscribed into the geography. The map reveals the local legacy of the Smyth family, marked by the Smyth Cem and the nearby Smyth Reservoir along Smyth Cr. The terrain rises sharply from Fisher Flat toward the prominent heights of Riddle Mtn and Little Riddle Mtn, while Riddle Rim overlooks the eastern part of the quadrangle. High-altitude water sources like Skidoo Spring and Road Lake suggest the seasonal rhythms of the area, further emphasized by the presence of The Lambing Ground on the slopes above Swamp Cr. A small network of routes, including Coon Town Rd and Happy Valley Rd, provides the primary access through this high-country basin and its surrounding hills.