2023 Map of Paiute Butte

About this map

Paiute Butte rises as a prominent landmark in this high desert landscape of Harney County, characterized by a complex network of seasonal water bodies and arid ridges. The geography is defined by terminal basins and drainage patterns, including the notable China Lake and Papoose Lake to the south. Juniper Ridge borders the northern extent of the quadrangle, while Big Stick Creek flows through the southern reaches, connecting ephemeral features like Evening Lake and the Lone Tree Reservoir. This contemporary survey illustrates the sparse, ranching-oriented infrastructure of the region, where critical water sources such as the Yellowstone Waterhole and Yellowstone Lake are linked by remote corridors like Placidia Butte Rd and Big Stick Rd.