1980 Map of Winter Camp

About this map

Bruneau Desert and its surrounding high-plateau landscapes define this 1980 survey, dominated by the deep incisions of Bruneau Canyon. The northern portion of the quadrangle is largely occupied by the Saylor Creek Air Force Range, a large military training area that contrasts with the grazing-oriented infrastructure of the Inside Desert and Blackstone Desert to the south. Human presence is sparse, centered on the isolated Winter Camp settlement in the east, which is supported by a Corral and Well. Significant topographic landmarks include Lookout Butte and Long Butte, which rise above the surrounding flats. The map traces the winding paths of Clover Creek and East Fork Clover Creek, alongside several drainages such as Sheepshead Draw and Juniper Tree Draw, revealing a desert water system essential for the region's remote ranching operations.