Old Maps of Umatilla County, Oregon for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Umatilla County with 530 high-resolution historic maps. Whether you're teaching, researching, or modeling changes in land use, these maps provide essential visual documentation of urban, environmental, and geographic change.

  • Analyze long-term change: Track patterns in development, transportation, and natural features.
  • Ideal for environmental or urban studies: Support academic projects with primary historical map data.
  • Use in the classroom or lab: Educators and researchers rely on these maps to bring historical context to life.

These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Umatilla County has changed over the decades.


Umatilla County, OR maps

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  1. 1908 Map of Umatilla
    1908 Map of Umatilla
    1908 Umatilla
    1908 Print · USGS
    Eastern Oregon at the turn of the century shows a landscape being transformed by early irrigation and competing rail lines. Genealogists and researchers can trace the growth of Hermiston, Echo, and Pine City or follow the path of the Stage Road and the Furnish Ditch.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1915 Map of Wallulah
    1915 Map of Wallulah
    1915 Wallulah
    1915 Print · USGS
    The convergence of the Snake and Columbia rivers in the mid-1910s reveals a landscape defined by steam power and irrigation. Genealogists and rail historians can trace early settlements like Attalia and Two Rivers alongside the path of the Oregon-Washington RR & Nav Co.

  3. 1918 Map of Wallula, 1942 Print
    1918 Map of Wallula, 1942 Print
    1918 Wallula
    1942 Print · USGS
    The river-and-rail hubs of the Walla Walla Valley are captured here as they appeared between the world wars. Researchers can trace the path of the Wallula Ferry, locate early country schools like Frog Hallow School, and follow the complex rail lines through Eureka.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1919 Map of Walla Walla, 1964 Print
    1919 Map of Walla Walla, 1964 Print
    1919 Walla Walla
    1964 Print · USGS
    Southeast Washington at the close of the First World War shows a thriving agricultural hub connected by the Oregon-Washington Railroad. Genealogists can trace family names across dozens of rural sites, from College Place and Dixie to the Kellogg School and Kibler Mill.

  5. 1921 Map of Walla Walla
    1921 Map of Walla Walla
    1921 Walla Walla
    1921 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Washington at the height of its rail-era agricultural expansion reveals a landscape of thriving wheat towns and mountain foothills. Genealogists can trace family footprints across dozens of rural landmarks, from the Whitman Monument to the Kellogg School and the early streets of Walla Walla.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1935 Map of Pendleton
    1935 Map of Pendleton
    1935 Pendleton
    1935 Print · USGS
    Pendleton and the surrounding Umatilla River valley are captured in the mid-1930s as the region solidified its role as a transportation and agricultural hub. Genealogists can locate numerous named rural schoolhouses such as Campbell Sch and North Yoakum Sch, or trace family sites near the Umatilla Indian Reservation and Cabbage Hill.
    3 unique versions available

  7. 1937 Map of Pomeroy
    1937 Map of Pomeroy
    1937 Pomeroy
    1937 Print · USGS
    Garfield and Columbia Counties appear in the late thirties as a patchwork of upland farms and forest outposts. Genealogists and historians can locate rural landmarks like Pataha Cem, the Tucannon Guard Sta, and various country schools including Pine Grove Sch.
    3 unique versions available

  8. 1942 Map of Pomeroy
    1942 Map of Pomeroy
    1942 Pomeroy
    1942 Print · USGS
    The foothills of the Blue Mountains are captured here in the late 1930s, showing the settled valleys of Garfield and Columbia Counties. Genealogists and local historians can locate early rural landmarks like Pataha City, Jackson Sch, and the UNION PACIFIC rail line serving Dayton.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 1950 Map of Ritter, 1964 Print
    1950 Map of Ritter, 1964 Print
    1950 Ritter
    1964 Print · USGS
    The river forks of Grant County are documented here mid-century, showing the isolated ranching and timber communities of the Blue Mountains. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named landmarks like Ritter Cemetery, Threemile School, and the local Lumber Mill.
    2 unique versions available

  10. 1951 Map of Dale, 1953 Print
    1951 Map of Dale, 1953 Print
    1951 Dale
    1953 Print · USGS
    The northern Blue Mountains come into focus in the 1950s, where the North Fork John Day River divides Grant and Umatilla counties. Researchers can trace the era's mining and forest service history through landmarks like the Keeney Mine, Dale Ranger Sta, and Peep Creek Camp.
    4 unique versions available

  11. 1951 Map of Desolation Butte, 1954 Print
    1951 Map of Desolation Butte, 1954 Print
    1951 Desolation Butte
    1954 Print · USGS
    Grant County in the early fifties was a rugged landscape of forest service stations and remote mining claims. Genealogists and historians can trace old resource camps like Headquarters Camp and Miners Cabin, or locate vanished operations such as Gutridge Mine.
    3 unique versions available

  12. 1952 Map of Ritter
    1952 Map of Ritter
    1952 Ritter
    1952 Print · USGS
    The Ritter community and the North Fork John Day River corridor are frozen in time during the early fifties. Genealogists and local historians can locate rural landmarks like Ritter Hot Springs, Threemile School, and Ritter Cemetery.
    2 unique versions available

  13. 1953 Map of Pendleton, 1957 Print
    1953 Map of Pendleton, 1957 Print
    1953 Pendleton
    1957 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Oregon and the Columbia River frontier are captured here in the early fifties, a time of massive federal infrastructure projects. Researchers can trace the historic route of The Old Oregon Trail as it passes near the Umatilla Ordnance Depot and the new McNary Dam.
    4 unique versions available

  14. 1953 Map of Walla Walla, 1964 Print
    1953 Map of Walla Walla, 1964 Print
    1953 Walla Walla
    1964 Print · USGS
    Southeast Washington enters the atomic and hydroelectric age in the mid-twentieth century as new dams reshape the desert landscape. You can trace the development of the Hanford Works, identify remote rail stops like Novara Siding, and locate the historic Dry Creek Cem.
    3 unique versions available

  15. 1955 Map of Pullman, 1963 Print
    1955 Map of Pullman, 1963 Print
    1955 Pullman
    1963 Print · USGS
    The Palouse and Clearwater regions are captured here in the mid-1950s, showing the height of the rail-and-river economy. Genealogists and historians can trace rail lines like the Camas Prairie RR, find local landmarks like Whitman County Memorial Cem, and locate early academic centers at Washington State University and the University of Idaho.
    3 unique versions available

  16. 1955 Map of Grangeville, 1964 Print
    1955 Map of Grangeville, 1964 Print
    1955 Grangeville
    1964 Print · USGS
    The high country of the Idaho-Oregon border comes alive in the mid-1950s, showing the deep river canyons and mountain peaks. Trace the Union Pacific RR through the valleys or locate settlements like Grangeville, Joseph, and the shoreline of Wallowa Lake.
    4 unique versions available

  17. 1955 Map of Canyon City, 1966 Print
    1955 Map of Canyon City, 1966 Print
    1955 Canyon City
    1966 Print · USGS
    Central Oregon's high desert and timber country are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing the rugged ranching and logging landscape. Trace the path of the Sumpter Valley Ry or locate remote settlements like Izee, Whitney, and Ritter.
    4 unique versions available

  18. 1956 Map of Pendleton
    1956 Map of Pendleton
    1956 Pendleton
    1956 Print · USGS
    Northeastern Oregon’s high plateau and timbered peaks appear here in the mid-fifties, during a time of major military and hydroelectric development. Trace the path of The Old Oregon Trail alongside modern landmarks like McNary Dam and the Umatilla Ordnance Depot.

  19. 1958 Map of Pullman
    1958 Map of Pullman
    1958 Pullman
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Palouse and Clearwater regions are captured here in the late fifties, showing the vital river-and-rail connection between eastern Washington and northern Idaho. Local historians can trace the paths of the Camas Prairie RR and Union Pacific RR as they serve towns like Colfax, Kamiah, and Nezperce.
    2 unique versions available

  20. 1958 Map of Walla Walla
    1958 Map of Walla Walla
    1958 Walla Walla
    1958 Print · USGS
    The Tri-Cities and Walla Walla region are captured here during the mid-century expansion of atomic energy and river infrastructure. Genealogists and historians can trace the early layout of Richland (AEC), the rural Hatton and Washtucna settlements, and landmarks like Palouse Falls State Park.

  21. 1959 Map of Grangeville
    1959 Map of Grangeville
    1959 Grangeville
    1959 Print · USGS
    The high alpine peaks and deep river canyons of the Idaho-Oregon borderlands are captured in the late fifties. Researchers can trace the Union Pacific RR through the valleys to settlements like Enterprise, Union, and Grangeville.
    2 unique versions available

  22. 1959 Map of Canyon City
    1959 Map of Canyon City
    1959 Canyon City
    1959 Print · USGS
    Eastern Oregon in the late fifties was a landscape of high timber and remote river valleys shaped by the cattle and mining trades. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Sumpter Valley RR and find early settlements like Antone, Richmond, and Dayville.
    2 unique versions available

  23. 1962 Map of Hat Rock, 1963 Print
    1962 Map of Hat Rock, 1963 Print
    1962 Hat Rock
    1963 Print · USGS
    The Columbia River shoreline in the early sixties reveals a landscape of massive water projects and rail infrastructure. Trace the river's edge through Berrian or explore the landmarks of Hat Rock State Park and the Cold Springs National Wildlife Refuge.
    3 unique versions available

  24. 1962 Map of Stanfield, 1963 Print
    1962 Map of Stanfield, 1963 Print
    1962 Stanfield
    1963 Print · USGS
    Umatilla County agricultural life thrives in the early sixties along the vital Union Pacific rail line and river meadows. Genealogists and local historians can trace irrigation networks like the Furnish Ditch and locate early community sites including West Stanfield Sch and Pleasant View Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  25. 1962 Map of Ordnance, 1963 Print
    1962 Map of Ordnance, 1963 Print
    1962 Ordnance
    1963 Print · USGS
    Eastern Oregon in the early sixties is captured here, centered on the specialized military and irrigation landscape of the Columbia Basin. Researchers can trace the extensive Umatilla Ordnance Depot complex and find local markers like Munley, the Union Pacific rail line, and Lost Lake.
    2 unique versions available

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