2017 Map of Mutton Mountain

About this map

Mutton Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in Wasco County, punctuated by prominent landforms such as Shaniko Butte and the deep relief of Indian Head Canyon. The area is characterized by its drainage network, with seasonal and perennial flows including Quartz Cr, Skookum Cr, and Eagle Cr cutting through the complex topography. Historically significant water sources are scattered throughout the hills, marked by Eagle Springs, Little Fawn Spring, and Mutton Mountain Spring. A dense network of primitive roads, such as Mutton Mtn Rd and Simnasho-Hot Springs Rd, provides the primary access across the rugged terrain, while the distinctive Hellgate canyon feature marks the southern reaches of this transition between the plateau and the river canyons. The map preserves the late-period infrastructure of these rural lands, showing the intersection of natural springs and the remote roads that connect them.