2014 Map of Owens Butte

About this map

Umatilla National Forest dominates this section of the Blue Mountains, where a complex network of forest development roads provides access to the high plateaus and creek valleys. The prominent elevation of Owens Butte overlooks the drainage of Owens Cr, while the southern portion of the map is defined by the winding course of Camas Cr. This 2014 survey captures a landscape primarily utilized for timber and recreation, with named routes like Dixie Ranch Rd and Hidaway Springs Rd hinting at the local ranching and leisure history of Umatilla County. The presence of the Ukiah-Hilgard Hwy and Or-244 facilitates travel through the river corridors, connecting the high country to the region's larger settlements. Other significant water features like Hidaway Cr, Cable Cr, and Mud Cr illustrate the intricate hydrological system feeding into the larger basins.