2011 Map of Lena

About this map

Little Butter Creek winds through the high desert landscape of Morrow County, defining the drainage patterns and historical transportation routes in this part of eastern Oregon. Near the center of the sheet, the Pleasant Point Cemetery sits along Little Butter Creek Rd, serving as a silent record of early families in the region. The topography is shaped by significant elevation changes, from the prominent Morris Butte in the northwest to the high southern ridge of Jones Hill Summit. Small settlements and landmarks like Lena and the Vey Ranch are concentrated in the lower canyon areas, such as Luckman Canyon and Jones Canyon, where water and workable land were more accessible. This 2011 survey documents a sparsely populated ranching landscape where local geography remains the primary driver of development.