2011 Map of Kinzua

About this map

Kinzua Mountain dominates the northern reaches of this high-desert landscape in Wheeler County, where seasonal drainages and named springs provide vital water points in a dry terrain. The map reveals a land structured by its relief, from the broad expanse of Searcy Flat to the sharp descent of Hells Half Acre. Travel through this region is defined by corridors like Kinzua Rd and Lonerock Rd, which connect the isolated Kinzua General Aviation Recreational Airport to the southern valleys. To the south, the watershed of Service Creek and its various forks creates a network of canyons including Emery Canyon, while the Shelton State Wayside offers a rare public landmark along the creek's edge. The presence of Prairie Ranch in the southeast suggests the ongoing importance of livestock and ranching in this sparsely populated interior of Oregon.