2023 Map of Rastus Mountain

About this map

The Malheur National Forest and Whitman National Forest converge in this high-altitude landscape of eastern Oregon, defined by a complex network of springs and drainage systems. This 2023 survey documents the headwaters of Bullrun Creek and Long Creek, where the water-scarce environment is managed through features like Williams Ditch and the Long Cr Reservoir. The topography is anchored by prominent elevations including Bullrun Mtn, Rastus Mtn, and Sheephead Mtn, while Wagima Butte and Luther Butte serve as distinct navigational landmarks. Human movement through this terrain is primarily facilitated by specialized routes like the W Camp Creek Snowmobile Trl and the Bullrun Creek Basin Trl, reflecting the area's use for recreation and forest management. Numerous named water sources, such as Honda Spring and Surprise Spring, highlight the essential nature of water points in this arid region at the boundary of Baker, Grant, and Malheur counties.