2017 Map of Silver Butte

About this map

The North Fork John Day River winds through this high-elevation landscape within the Umatilla National Forest. The map documents a terrain defined by steep gulches and watercourses, including Meadow Creek, Martin Creek, and Glade Creek. Historical human presence is marked by the Miner's Cabin near Corral Creek, suggesting the area's legacy of prospecting and wilderness habitation. Elevated features like Silver Butte, Silver Hill, and the rocky prominence of Wind Rock overlook a network of specialized routes such as the North Fork John Day Trail and the Corral Connection. This 2017 survey details the complex drainage patterns of the Blue Mountains region, highlighting named clearings like Moon Meadows and China Meadow that offer rare level ground amidst the ridges and ravines.