2014 Map of Soldiers Cap

About this map

Soldiers Cap rises as a prominent landmark in this high desert landscape of eastern Deschutes County. The 2014 survey reveals a region defined by its reliance on critical water sources, including seasonal catchments like Viewpoint Waterhole and Baldwin Waterhole, alongside several small lakes such as Squaw Lake and Little Mud Lake. The terrain is characterized by broad depressions and level expanses, notably Firestone Basin and Boles Flat, which sit within the administrative framework of township and range lines. Apart from the established Nershall Rd, the area shows minimal modern development, reflecting the open-range character of the Oregon interior. For those researching the geography of the High Desert, the map details the placement of small, named water bodies like Porcupine Lake and Grouse Lake that are essential to understanding the local topography and its historical use for livestock and wildlife.