1960 Map of Strawberry Butte

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Strawberry Butte rises above the high desert landscape of Fremont National Forest, marking a region defined by its reliance on seasonal water and cattle ranching during the mid-twentieth century. This survey of the Oregon and California borderlands reveals a network of isolated outposts such as Hunt Ranch, Lapham Ranch, and Devault Ranch. The landscape is etched with the transition from traditional wagon routes like the Old Stage Road to modern forest infrastructure, including the Barnes Valley Guard Station and State Line Guard Station. Numerous small reservoirs and springs, such as Little Squaw Flat Reservoir and Arkansas Reservoir, reflect the intensive water management necessary for livestock in this arid terrain. Topographical landmarks like Juniper Mountain and Harp Mountain overlook broad flats and meadows, including Sorghum Flat and Holmes Meadow, providing a detailed view of the remote ranching and forest service heritage of Lake and Klamath counties.