2023 Map of Little Akawa Butte

About this map

Green Ridge dominates the western skyline of this high-country landscape, defining the northern reaches of the Deschutes National Forest. The map documents a rugged section of the Cascade Range where the boundary between Jefferson and Deschutes counties traverses a series of volcanic features including Little Akawa Butte and Garrison Butte. This territory is characterized by a network of recreational and historical routes, notably the Metolius-Windigo Trl and the Green Ridge Trl, which navigate the steep elevation changes. A scattering of reliable water sources like Whiskey Spring, Bear Spring, and Thorn Spring highlights the importance of these points for both wildlife and travelers in an area where Fly Creek provides the primary drainage. The transition from the high ridge down to The Gap illustrates the complex topography of the Oregon volcanic arc.