2017 Map of Vey Ranch

About this map

Butter Cr cuts through the high desert of Eastern Oregon, creating a central corridor for ranching activity in a landscape defined by sharp elevation changes and deep drainage basins. The namesake Vey Ranch sits at the nexus of several prominent landforms, including Ayers Canyon and Matlock Canyon, illustrating the importance of water access in this arid region. The boundary between Umatilla Co and Morrow Co bisects the northern section of the map, where the terrain transitions toward the service roads of the national forest. The network of canyons, such as Mule Hollow and Service Canyon, creates a complex topography that has historically dictated the routes of local thoroughfares like Big Butter Creek Ln and Service Butte Rd.