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2014 Map of Indian Cove

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Indian Cove
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The John Day River snakes through the center of this high-desert landscape, defining the boundary between Sherman and Gilliam counties. The river's deep incision creates a complex network of canyons and plateaus, where high points like Wilson Point and Peddicord Point overlook a terrain shaped by seasonal drainage and scattered water sources. The map reveals a land utilized for grazing and transit, evidenced by named flats and basins such as Lon Eakin Flat and Bull Basin.

Named springs, including Dipping Vat Spring and Cottonwood Spring, point to the essential role of water in this arid environment, often tucked into the many draws like Little Ferry Canyon or Jackknife Canyon. Rural infrastructure is sparse, represented by private access routes like Rutledge Ln and Bourbon Ln, which connect the remote canyon reaches to the wider region. This 2014 survey details the intricate topography of Indian Cove and the surrounding rangeland before modern development altered its character.