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2023 Map of Keyes Mountain

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Keyes Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

The Ochoco Mountains form a high-desert backdrop for this Wheeler County landscape, defined by a complex network of canyons and high peaks. Prominent elevations like Keyes Mtn, Mitchell Mtn, and the distinctive Marshall Butte overlook a series of seasonal drainages including Mountain Creek and Badger Creek. The terrain is marked by significant geographic landmarks such as Keys Creek Summit and Lewis Rock, while smaller hidden features like Maxwell Spring and Dooney Spring provide water sources in the arid environment.

Remote grazing and hunting lands are reflected in names like Bearway Meadow and the deep recesses of Thorn Hollow. The area's limited infrastructure consists of rugged routes such as Badger Creek Rd and Waterman Rd, which skirt the bases of high points like Flock Mtn. This survey captures the isolated character of the Oregon interior, where life revolves around water rights and the high ridges of the Monroe Roughs.