2011 Map of Home Creek Butte

About this map

Home Creek Ranch and Threemile Ranch anchor this landscape in southeastern Oregon, where water sources dictate the placement of local infrastructure and dwellings. The geography is defined by seasonal and perennial drainage patterns, specifically Home Creek and Threemile Creek, which flow through the high desert terrain. Notable elevations like Home Creek Butte rise above the drainage basins, providing a clear view of the surrounding Threemile Canyon. This portion of Harney County relies on these specific water features, including the isolated West Field Lake near the southern border, which support the high-desert ranching operations that have long characterized the region. The map illustrates the simple, purposeful network of roads connecting these primary homesteads across the arid expanse of Dry Creek.