1958 Map of Adel

About this map

Malheur National Wildlife Refuge and the Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge anchor this mid-century survey of the high desert and basin country. The landscape is defined by vast volcanic uplands and seasonal water systems, including the Donner und Blitzen River and the complex chain of lakes in the Warner Valley, such as Bluejoint Lake, Flagstaff Lake, and Hart Lake. Settlement is sparse and largely focused around established ranching operations like the Roaring Springs Ranch and Whitehorse Ranch, which represent the enduring pastoral economy of the region.