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2011 Map of Rocky Canyon

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Rocky Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Spalding Ranch stands as a primary human landmark in this high desert region of Lake County during the early 21st century. The landscape is defined by drainage patterns and rimrock formations, where Sage Hen Creek winds through the terrain, eventually cutting through Rocky Canyon and Sage Hen Canyon. These seasonal waterways and the depression of Shirk Lake highlight the arid environment's dependence on natural basins for water collection.

Transportation through this area relies on a sparse network of unpaved routes, most notably Lone Grave Rd and Beattys Butte Rd. The topography is further distinguished by significant geological features like Guano Rim and the uniquely named Wagonslide, which suggest a history of difficult passage through the volcanic plateaus. This map captures the remote character of the Oregon outback, where ranching and geology remain the dominant features of the land.