2020 Map of Stiff Tree Draw

About this map

The Bruneau River carves a deep, dramatic path through Owyhee County, defining the western edge of this high-desert landscape. This 2020 survey documents the intricate topography of the Bruneau Canyon, a stark vertical contrast to the surrounding plateau. The region is characterized by expansive arid flats and significant drainage features that reveal the area's geological character. To the east, the Inside Desert and Blackstone Desert stretch across the township boundaries of T11S and T12S. Local landmarks like J-P Point and various named ephemeral watercourses, including Stiff Tree Draw, Juniper Tree Draw, and Sheepshead Draw, provide essential orientation points in an otherwise sparsely populated territory. The map serves as a vital record of this remote Idaho backcountry, where the river's course remains the primary geographical driver.