2011 Map of Harmony

About this map

The John Day River carves a winding path through this corner of Sherman County, creating dramatic geographical features like the sharp meander known as The Gooseneck. This landscape is defined by its deep drainages and isolated settlements, with the high plateau broken by numerous named ravines such as Ferry Canyon, Bruckert Canyon, and Dipping Vat Canyon. In the northern and western sections, the rural outposts of Monkland and Harmony sit within a grid of local routes like Hay Canyon Rd and Higley Loop. This 2011 survey records a network of vital water sources in an otherwise arid environment, including Kenny Spring and Willow Spring. The convergence of complex topography and sparse homesteading is further evidenced by landmarks like Horseshoe Falls and Owens Basin, illustrating the challenges and reliance on natural springs that have historically shaped land use in this part of eastern Oregon.