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2020 Map of Rawhide Springs

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Rawhide Springs
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Rawhide Springs serves as a remote focal point in this corner of Malheur County, where the high desert landscape is defined by an intricate network of drainage systems and intermittent water sources. The terrain is deeply incised by Steer Canyon and Long Canyon, with the W Little Owyhee River skirting the eastern edge of the survey area. In a region where water management is critical for land use, Colossal Reservoir stands out as a significant landmark alongside natural features like Sacramento Hill.

Transportation throughout this section of Oregon is limited to a handful of utilitarian routes such as Pole Creek Rd and the evocatively named Lucky Seven Cow Camp Rd. These roads provide the primary access to cattle camps and springs, including Rawhide Pocket, illustrating the enduring ranching character of the territory. The map provides a clear look at the Public Land Survey System grid, marked by township and range lines that organize this expansive, sparsely populated environment.