2010 Map of Notch Butte

About this map

Notch Butte and the surrounding high desert of Owyhee County are defined by a network of drainage ways and isolated volcanic markers. This high plateau is dissected by Sailor Creek and Deadman Creek, which carve paths through the arid landscape. The map highlights key navigation points for travelers in this open country, such as the distinct elevation of The Big Hill and the prominent Twin Buttes. Transport is largely restricted to established routes like Crows Nest Rd, which weaves between the drainages. A notable point of human activity or transit is Deadhorse Crossing, where a trail meets a creek bed in an area otherwise characterized by its remote and undeveloped nature. The presence of these specific named crossings and peaks suggests a landscape where water and high ground were essential for orienting movement across the sagebrush-covered plains.