2014 Map of Holmes Canyon

About this map

Ochoco National Forest defines the rugged geography of this Harney County landscape, where an intricate network of forest roads and water management features tells the story of high-desert land use. The presence of the Horton Mill Rd and Horton Mill Reservoir suggests the historical importance of timber and milling in this canyon-ribbed territory. Topography is marked by significant elevations like Bald Butte and Elliott Ridge, while seasonal water sources such as Lumsden Spring and Sajadoye Spring provide critical moisture in an otherwise arid environment. The map details an extensive system of catchments, including West Bassout Reservoir and Panel Spring Reservoir, which appear strategically placed throughout the drainage basins of Cricket Cr and Willow Cr. These features, combined with the presence of the Hines Logging Rd, reflect the managed nature of this public land for resource extraction and livestock at the start of the 21st century.