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2014 Map of Masiker Mountain

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Masiker Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The John Day River winds through the heart of this Wheeler County terrain, serving as the primary hydrological feature of a landscape defined by dramatic elevation changes. In the early 21st century, the area remains dominated by a network of steep ridges and deep canyons, with the John Day Hwy following the river's path to provide the main artery of transit through the region. High points like Masiker Mountain and Hoogie Doogie Mtn overlook the complex drainage systems of Mathis Cr and Muleshoe Cr.

The distribution of named features suggests a history of livestock grazing and land management, with landmarks such as Starvation Ridge, Sourdough Ridge, and Donnelly Basin reflecting the vernacular geography of early settlers and ranchers. Water sources like Remrock Spring were vital in this arid environment, while the narrow corridors of Juniper Canyon and Rollin Canyon indicate the challenges of movement through the high desert breaks.