2024 Map of Laurelwood

About this map

Laurelwood and Dilley anchor this landscape where the Tualatin River basin meets the northern reaches of the Chehalem Mountains. The topography is defined by prominent elevations such as Fern Hill, Spring Hill, and the viticulturally significant Ribbon Ridge, interspersed with numerous private water storage sites like Unger Reservoir and Walters Reservoir. Local genealogy is well-documented through several historic burial grounds, including Blooming Cem, Fern Hill Cem, and Hills Cem. A significant portion of the western terrain is dedicated to conservation at the Wapato Lake National Wildlife Refuge, which encompasses the Wapato Lake Bed. The map reveals a complex network of rural roads and drainage systems, including Gales Creek and Christensen Creek, illustrating the long-standing agricultural and residential patterns of this part of Washington and Yamhill counties.