2017 Map of Paulina

About this map

Paulina serves as the central hub for this high-desert landscape in Crook County, where the settlement sits at the junction of Main St and Paulina Suplee Rd. Water management is the primary driver of this environment, evidenced by the numerous reservoirs and improved springs scattered across the terrain. To the north, the Ochoco National Forest defines the higher elevations near Buck Hollow and Antelope Spring. The map documents a complex network of topographical features with distinctive local names, including Moccasin Ridge, Sheepshooter Ridge, and XX Ridge. The Paulina Valley is carved by Paulina Creek and its tributaries, while the southern reaches are dominated by significant drainage systems like Beaver Creek and Alkali Creek. These features illustrate the ranching and forestry character of the region, where every water source, from Geodetic Reservoir to Mills Reservoir, is vital to the local geography.