2011 Map of Jordan Craters South

About this map

Jordan Craters and its surrounding volcanic formations dominate this portion of Malheur County, showcasing a landscape defined by past geothermal activity. The area is marked by numerous distinctive landforms such as Biscuit Butte, Clarks Butte, Saddle Butte, and Lava Butte, which rise above the sagebrush-covered plains. Water management in this arid environment is evident through a series of engineered catchments including Lava Reservoir, Dry Lake Reservoir, and Mud Lake Reservoir Number Two, reflecting the region's reliance on stored runoff for ranching and wildlife. Primitive roads like W Cow Creek Rd and Biscuit Butte Rd provide the only passage through this desolate corner of eastern Oregon, connecting various seasonal lakes like Mud Lake and Batch Lake with the prominent volcanic features of the Jordan Craters field.