2011 Map of Mikkalo

About this map

Rock Creek winds through this section of the Oregon plateau, providing a central drainage for the surrounding dry canyons and wheat-growing country. The settlement of Mikkalo serves as a focal point in the northwest, featuring the Mikkalo Post Office and the nearby Reed Airstrip. This 2011 survey captures the enduring rural footprint of Gilliam County, where small communities like Clem and Olex are established near their respective burial grounds, Clem Cemetery and Olex Cemetery. The road network, including Clem Mikkalo Rd and Scott Canyon Rd, follows the natural contours of the land, connecting isolated ranching outposts and geographical landmarks like Pats Canyon and Juniper Canyon. Further south, the location of Speece and the crossing at Taylor Bridge reflect the long-standing transport patterns required to navigate this deeply incised landscape.