2017 Map of Prairie Peak

About this map

Prairie Peak and Prairie Mtn dominate the high ground of the Oregon Coast Range along the border of Lane and Benton counties. This 2017 survey details a landscape defined by timber management and recreational transitions, where the headwaters of the South Fork Alsea River and Little Lobster Cr carve through steep drainages. The map reveals an extensive network of forestry roads and specialized recreation areas, most notably the Alsea Falls Trail System and the Alsea Falls Loop. Water management is represented by the Gygi and Engle Reservoir, while the presence of Gunsight Pass and Bummer Ridge indicates the challenging terrain that continues to shape access in this corner of the Pacific Northwest. Local history is reflected in named drainages and landmarks such as Billy Tower Canyon and Bummer Cr, serving as geographic markers for this timber-rich region.