2014 Map of Phillips Lake

About this map

The Powder River basin and the sprawling waters of Phillips Lake dominate this Baker County landscape, situated within the Whitman National Forest. Settlement history is anchored by the community of McEwen and the historic McEwen Cem, serving the Sumpter Valley region. The map reveals an intricate water management system with the Farmers Ditch and McEwen Valley Ditch drawing from local creeks. Topography is defined by the high elevations of the Elkhorn Mountains and Elkhorn Ridge to the north, descending toward McHenry Flat and Black Mtn in the south. Numerous named springs, including Moody Spring and Log Cabin Spring, are scattered throughout the timbered slopes, indicating the vital importance of water sources in this high-country environment.