1990 Map of Lostine

About this map

The town of Lostine sits at the northern edge of this high-country landscape, where the Lostine River and Wallowa River converge amidst a complex system of agricultural irrigation. Vital local waterways are managed via the Poley Allen Ditch and Westside Ditch, which redirect snowmelt from the surrounding peaks to support the valley floor. Moving south, the terrain rises sharply into the Wallowa National Forest and the protected Eagle Cap Wilderness, a transition marked by dramatic features like Huckleberry Mountain and McCoy Flats. This 1990 survey captures the intersection of rural ranching infrastructure and pristine mountain recreation, documented through landmarks such as the Pole Bridge Picnic Area and a riverside Gaging Station. Small-scale industry is visible at a local Quarry, while the upper reaches of the map are defined by timber and pack trails along Sheep Ridge and Little Bear Creek.