1972 Map of Hill Pasture

About this map

Hill Pasture in Owyhee County is defined by a complex network of high desert drainage systems and livestock-related landmarks as they appeared in the early 1970s. The landscape is carved by deep incisions such as Big Jacks Creek and Cottonwood Creek, which separate prominent landforms like Hill Pasture Point, Willies Point, and Harvey Point. Human presence in this arid region is marked by isolated outposts and water developments, including Holman Cabin and the Harvey Place. Connectivity across the plateaus and canyons is maintained via a network of Jeep Trails and a Pack Trail, emphasizing the area's use for ranching and resource management. Essential water sources for high-country operations are meticulously documented, from the Harveys V Reservoir to named flows like Jimmy Cappel Spring and Hicks Springs.