2014 Map of Summerfield Ridge

About this map

The Umatilla National Forest anchors the southern half of this Oregon landscape, where the high-altitude terrain is carved by a dense network of water sources and canyons. Named springs, including Sperry Spring, Smith Birch Spring, and Skinner Spring, are vital landmarks in this arid environment, serving as the headwaters for seasonal and perennial flows like Balm Fork and Skinner Fork. The topography is dominated by the prominent Summerfield Ridge and deeply incised features such as Summerfield Canyon and Carmichael Canyon. This 2014 survey reveals a landscape largely shaped by its hydrology, with Rhea Cr and Caplinger Cr tracing the low-lying drainages. Access to this territory is provided by rugged paths like Lunceford Canyon Rd and various Forest Service routes, reflecting the area's primary use for timber management and backcountry recreation within the national forest system.