2017 Map of Bull Run

About this map

Sandy serves as the gateway to the western slopes of the Cascades, where the Sandy River and Bull Run River converge in a landscape defined by deep river canyons and timber resources. This area transitions from the developing residential and commercial outskirts of Sandy and Firwood into the managed timberlands and protected watersheds of the Mount Hood National Forest. The presence of the Bull Run Reservoir Number 2 and the Firwood Veneer Corporation Reservoir highlights the critical role this geography plays in regional water management and the wood products industry. Settlement patterns follow the ridge lines and river terraces, with named features like Devils Backbone and Walker Prairie indicating the prominent topographical landmarks used by early travelers and surveyors. Aviation and transport links are evident through the Sandy River Airport, Mc Kinnon Airpark, and the historic crossing at Revenue Bridge.