2017 Map of Mosquito Lake Butte

About this map

Mosquito Lake Butte rises as a central landmark in this high desert landscape of Owyhee County, defined by its series of volcanic buttes and seasonal water catchments. The terrain is structured by a sparse network of ranching roads, most notably Clover Three Creek Rd, which bisects the quadrangle from north to south. Water management for livestock is evident in the presence of Mosquito Lake Reservoir and Rattlesnake Draw Reservoir, which capture runoff in an otherwise arid environment. Along the southern edge, Post Office Rd suggests the historical pathways connecting this remote range to regional mail routes. Landmarks like Burnt Butte and Mid Butte provide essential navigation points for land management and local history research in this corner of Idaho.