2014 Map of Welch Butte

About this map

Welch Butte stands as a prominent volcanic landmark in this high-altitude landscape within the Winema National Forest. The 2014 survey reveals a transition from the timbered heights of the forest to the arid expanse of the Antelope Desert in the southeast. This portion of Klamath County is defined by its complex drainage systems, with ephemeral and perennial streams such as Cottonwood Cr, Silent Cr, and Desert Cr carving through the volcanic soils. The map documents a specialized network of forest infrastructure, specifically noting several water storage points like Cistern No 8 and Cistern No 14, which are vital for fire management in this dry timber environment. A grid of forest development roads, including Nat For Dev Rd 1370 and Nat For Dev Rd 70, provides the primary access through this remote territory, intersect by the arterial State Hwy 138.