2023 Map of Roaring Springs

About this map

Catlow Valley and the prominent Catlow Rim define this portion of Harney County, Oregon, where the high desert meets the protected reaches of the Steens Mountain Wilderness. The map reveals a landscape shaped by remote ranching and drainage networks, with the Roaring Springs Ranch Airport serving as a vital transportation point for this isolated region. Seasonal water features like Dry Creek and Roaring Springs Creek flow toward the valley floor from the surrounding canyons. A series of deep geological cuts, including Kueny Canyon and Black Canyon, incise the plateau, while the Steens Mountain Loop and Burnt Car Rd provide the primary access through the terrain. This survey provides a modern look at how the legacy of the Roaring Springs and local ranching infrastructure continues to operate within the federally protected wilderness boundaries.