2011 Map of Olive Lake

About this map

Olive Lake and its associated Olive Lake Dam form the centerpiece of this high-country landscape in the early 21st century. The terrain is defined by a dense network of drainages including Granite Creek, Rabbit Creek, and the North Fork John Day River, which cut through prominent landforms like Rabbit Butte and Sheep Rock. This area reveals a history of both resource extraction and backcountry recreation, evidenced by the presence of the Gutridge Mine and Gold Bug Mine alongside numerous established outposts such as Oregon Gulch Camp, Saddle Camp, and Rock Spring Camp. The inclusion of the Lon Krise Cabin near Clear Creek provides a specific point of interest for local historians and those tracing the human footprint in this corner of the Blue Mountains.