2020 Map of Matlock Prairie

About this map

The high-elevation parklands of the Umatilla National Forest dominate this modern survey of the Blue Mountains region. Defined by a series of distinct, named clearings, the landscape includes Balsinger Prairie, North Jones Prairie, and Kenny Prairie, which served as vital landmarks for early forest management and grazing. The topography is deeply incised by drainages such as Bear Claw Canyon and Butter Creek, while potable water sources are mapped at Happy Home Spring and Sulphur Spring. The map is particularly notable for its documentation of the seasonal road network, with several routes designated as snow-accessible only. These include the Old Western Route, Shaw Grade, and the historic Arbuckle track near Arbuckle Mountain, providing a detailed look at the infrastructure required to navigate this remote timber and ranching country near the Morrow and Umatilla County line.