2014 Map of Mutton Mountain

About this map

Mutton Mountains dominate this high-desert terrain in north-central Oregon, where the landscape is defined by a network of drainage systems and isolated springs. The topography transitions from the heights of Shaniko Butte in the north toward the deep incision of Indian Head Canyon and the narrows at Hellgate to the south. This area is characterized by an intricate web of service roads, including Bia-3 and numerous numbered routes like S-334 RD, which navigate the complex ridges and basins. Water sources are critical landmarks in this environment, evidenced by the presence of Mutton Mountain Spring, Eagle Springs, and Little Basin Spring. These features, along with seasonal watercourses like Skookum Cr and Antoken Cr, illustrate the fundamental importance of hydrology in shaping access and movement across this portion of Wasco County.