2020 Map of Gibbon

About this map

Gibbon sits at the confluence of the Umatilla River and Meacham Cr, serving as a focal point for this section of the Blue Mountains. The landscape is defined by its dramatic topographic relief, featuring prominent elevations such as Wildhorse Mtn and Reservation Mtn to the north, while the southern portion of the sheet is dominated by the Umatilla National Forest. The map reveals a complex network of ridgelines and drainages, with evocative local names like Starve-to-Death Ridge, Boston Canyon, and Rattlesnake Ridge. These features reflect the region's history of grazing, timber, and difficult passage. Water sources such as Thompson Spring and Rock Spring are critical markers in this arid high-country terrain, connected by rural routes including Bingham Rd and the Meacham Creek Rd.