2017 Map of West Butte

About this map

West Butte and the Bear Creek Buttes dominate this high-desert landscape on the border of Crook and Deschutes counties. The terrain is defined by its scarce but vital water sources, with several isolated springs including Daly Spring, Odell Spring, and Tub Spring scattered across the upland slopes. Man-made catchments like Hirsch Reservoir and Daly Reservoir reflect the region's reliance on managed water for livestock or land use. The southern portion of the map is marked by the course of the Dry River, while W Butte Rd provides the primary corridor through this open country. The contrast between the drainage of Williamson Cr and the arid expanse of Sage Hollow illustrates the varied topographic character of this Oregon interior.