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2020 Map of Little Summit Prairie

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Little Summit Prairie
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

The Ochoco National Forest defines this high-elevation landscape in central Oregon, where the central feature, Little Summit Prairie, provides a natural break in the timbered terrain. This area is heavily defined by its water resources, with numerous named springs such as Paulina Spring, Dublin Spring, and Hewed Log Spring sustaining the local ecosystem. The presence of several man-made water features, including Camp Reservoir and Hook Reservoir, suggests a landscape managed for livestock or fire suppression within the forest boundaries.

Prominent volcanic landforms like Paulina Butte and Roba Butte rise above the surrounding flats and hollows, such as Hewed Log Hollow and Buck Hollow. The map captures a moment in the modern management of these public lands, showing the intersection of Crook and Wheeler counties. The drainage network is clearly articulated through Little Summit Creek and Thornton Creek, which weave through meadows like Timothy Meadow and Round Meadow.