1995 Map of Chapin Creek

About this map

Umatilla National Forest encompasses much of this Morrow County landscape, where the high desert terrain of eastern Oregon is marked by a series of buttes, canyons, and essential water sources. The map reveals a land defined by its prairies and springs, such as Miller Prairie and Hasting Prairie, which provided critical grazing and stopping points in an arid environment. High points like Camas Butte and Lone Pine Butte overlook a complex drainage system including Chapin Creek and Camas Creek. Small human imprints appear in the form of Indian Camp and Baker Gardens, while Anson Wright Memorial Park serves as a landmark at the eastern edge. The topography is further punctuated by geological features like Lava Flat and the crossing at French Pass, illustrating the logistical challenges and landmarks used by early travelers and forest rangers.