2014 Map of Knox Mountain

About this map

Malhuer National Forest defines the upper elevations of the high desert divide between Grant and Harney counties. This 2014 survey documents a rugged landscape dominated by volcanic relief, where seasonal water sources like Leach Spring and Bingham Spring were critical for early ranching and forest management. The geography centers on the broad shoulders of Knox Mountain and the prominent Antelope Mtn to the south. Distinctive terrain features such as Knox Meadow, Cougar Meadow, and Buttermilk Flat indicate more hospitable pockets within the arid uplands. A complex network of Forest Service infrastructure, including Nat For Dev Rd 14 and Nat For Dev Rd 534, provides access across the drainage divides of Skookum Canyon and Antelope Swale.