2014 Map of Shop Gulch

About this map

The John Day River carves a deep valley through this portion of Grant County, dividing the landscape between the high timber of the Malheuer National Forest to the south and the dissected plateaus to the north. This 2014 survey reveals an area defined by its water management and elevation, where the Eddington Ditch follows the river's contours to support local ranching and residential developments like River Estates Ln. Notable landmarks such as Coyote Butte, Horseshoe Butte, and Chrome Ridge rise above a network of drainages including Fields Cr and Belshaw Cr. The map details the vital role of the John Day Hwy as the primary artery connecting these isolated gulches and canyons, while Forest Service routes like Fields Creek Rd NFR 21 provide access to the high backcountry.