2011 Map of Last Chance Lake

About this map

Last Chance Lake and the surrounding high desert topography define this portion of central Oregon. The landscape is marked by a series of prominent volcanic features including Dog Butte, Trail Butte, and Sage Hen Butte, which rise above the level plains. Water in this arid environment is concentrated in seasonal or shallow basins such as Paiute Lake and the winding Chewaucan Slough. The area's infrastructure is sparse, dominated by a network of unimproved roads and the route of County Hwy 128, reflecting a remote region primarily used for ranching or open-range management. To the east, the elevation shifts toward Saddle Butte, showcasing the typical basin and range characteristics of the Oregon outback at the start of the twenty-first century.