2020 Map of Rocky Canyon

About this map

Guano Rim defines the eastern escarpment of this high-desert landscape, where the dramatic elevation drop at Wagonslide reveals the steep transition from plateau to basin. The area is marked by seasonal water features like Shirk Lake and the drainage of Sage Hen Cr, which cuts through Sage Hen Canyon. While largely unsettled, the land is etched by Beattys Butte Rd, a primary access route through this corner of Lake County. This U.S. Geological Survey representation documents the complex topographic relief between Rocky Canyon and the surrounding desert, offering a detailed view of the natural hydrology and land management boundaries within the Oregon high desert. It is an essential document for understanding the physical geography and road networks in one of the state's most isolated regions during the early 21st century.