2014 Map of Kelsey Butte

About this map

Deschutes National Forest encompasses much of this high-altitude landscape, where the volcanic geology of the region is prominently on display. The northern slopes of the massive Newberry Volcano dominate the central topography, surrounded by a series of cinder cones including Kelsey Butte, Lava Top Butte, and Coyote Butte. These landforms define the rugged terrain south of the burgeoning residential areas near Sundance Meadows Airport. Transport through this geologically active zone is provided by a network of recreational and access routes such as China Hat Rd and the Horse Butte Trl, which follow the contours of the lava-formed elevations. To the north, the Arnold Canal and roads like Arnold Market Rd mark the transition toward more developed lands, while historic pathways like the Butterfield Trl skirt the forest boundaries, offering a record of movement through this volcanic corridor.