1988 Map of Rodeo Butte

About this map

The Fremont National Forest defines this high-elevation landscape in Klamath County, where historical ranching and timber interests have left a clear mark. The western edge of the quadrangle is bisected by the Old Indian Treaty Boundary, an important historical line that once partitioned these lands. Water management is a primary theme of the terrain, as seen in the numerous stock ponds and the O'Connors Puddle Reservoir situated within the Basin. Evidence of early industrial and transportation infrastructure appears in the Old RR Gr Glade and several Gravel Pits. Local ranching history is anchored by the Obenchain Ranch, Griffin Ranch, and McCartie Ranch, which sit among landmarks like Rodeo Butte and Rimrock Point. This environment is punctuated by several springs, including Cold Spring and Meryl Springs, supporting livestock in an area defined by deep drainages like Fivemile Creek and Preacher Creek.