1967 Map of Table Mountain

About this map

Wallowa National Forest land defines this section of Northeast Oregon, where the convergence of the North Fork Wallowa Creek and South Fork Wallowa Creek creates a deeply dissected landscape. At the center of the survey stands Table Mountain, a prominent high-plateau feature fed by numerous water sources including Table Mountain Spr, Wilder Spring, and Milk Spring. The area is characterized by significant elevation changes, from the heights of Starvation Ridge to the steep descent into Joseph Creek. The map documents a network of primitive access routes, including a Pack Trail winding through Pole Patch Canyon and the Sleepy Bill Trail near Kirkland Campground. A notable landmark for fire suppression and surveillance is the Kirkland Lookout Tower, situated near the headwaters of Peavine Creek and Rush Creek, overseeing the vast timber and drainage systems during the late 1960s.