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2017 Map of Three Fingers Rock

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Three Fingers Rock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Three Fingers Rock dominates the high desert landscape of Malheur County in this modern topographic study. The area is defined by a complex network of arid drainage systems and isolated peaks, including Round Mtn, Atkins Butte, and Acton Butte. While few permanent structures are present, the land is heavily utilized for water management as evidenced by the numerous catchments scattered across the terrain. These include Sheephead Reservoir, Pinnacle Reservoir, and the Bar Cross Basin Reservoir, which provide critical water points in an otherwise dry environment.

Transport through this portion of the Oregon backcountry relies on rugged routes like the Three Fingers Loop and McIntyre Spring Rd, which trace the contours of the high plateaus and deep cuts of Painted Canyon. Historically, these roads and water sources likely served ranching interests, connecting remote points such as McIntyre Reservoir Number Two and Sage Creek. The map provides a detailed look at the relief between McIntyre Ridge and Three Fingers Gulch, illustrating the difficult topography of the Owyhee region.