2011 Map of Peterson Point

About this map

Peterson Point and Black Mountain anchor this landscape in Crook County, where high-desert drainage patterns are defined by a network of seasonal and year-round water sources. The map reveals an intricate system of named springs, such as Dick Nickolas Spring, Woodchuck Spring, and Ernie Spring, which historically supported livestock and early land use in this arid region. The drainage is dominated by Indian Creek and Keeton Creek, while the Lonesome Spring Campground serves as a modern waypoint. The road network, including Peterson Creek Rd and Buck Point Rd, follows the natural contours of the ridges and canyons, illustrating how transportation routes were dictated by the complex local topography of central Oregon.