2010 Map of Hill Pasture

About this map

Big Jacks Creek and its many tributaries, including Willies Creek and Cottonwood Creek, define the drainage patterns across this high desert landscape. The presence of remote outposts such as Holman Cabin, Buncel Place, and Harvey Place suggests a history of cattle ranching or seasonal habitation in this corner of Owyhee County. These named dwellings, often situated near water sources or at the base of prominent terrain like Hill Pasture Point and Harvey Point, serve as vital landmarks in an otherwise open range. Transportation is limited to rugged tracks such as Battle Creek Rd and Jacks Creek Rd, which navigate the plateaus and bypass deep incisions like Willies Canyon and Zeno Canyon. This 2010 topographic record provides a snapshot of contemporary land use in a region where geography remains the primary influence on human activity.