2020 Map of Poison Springs

About this map

The Lambing Ground sits atop a high plateau in this high-desert region of Harney County, illustrating the traditional rangeland usage of the Oregon backcountry. This 2020 topographic survey details an intricate network of seasonal drainages and isolated water sources essential for livestock management, including Wood Camp Reservoir and several named springs such as Poison Springs and Shepherd Spring. The landscape is defined by the deep incisions of Kiger Cr and Cucamonga Cr, which flow southwest toward lower elevations. The map provides a clear look at the Public Land Survey System (PLSS) townships, such as t30s r33e, which organize this sparsely populated territory. Researchers will find a terrain marked by named landmarks like The Lambing Ground, reflecting the region's enduring pastoral heritage and the critical importance of water rights in the arid West.