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1995 Map of Mountain View

Name: 1995 Topographic Map of Mountain View
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1998
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1998

About this map

The Grande Ronde River carves a deep, winding canyon through this portion of Asotin County, defining the landscape south of the Umatilla National Forest. High above the river's loops, the small community of Mountain View is anchored by the Mountain View School and the nearby Mountain View Cemetery. The terrain is characterized by a series of parallel ridges and deep gulches, such as Mallory Ridge and Devils Canyon, which served as natural corridors for early travel.

Evidence of historical land use and ranching is visible through named landmarks like Indian Tom Corral and the R Barber Ranch, while the Indian Trail follows the high ground of Morrow Ridge. Genealogists may find interest in the isolated Autrey Cemetery, situated on a plateau between Coyote Creek and Cottonwood Creek. The map documents a rugged timber and grazing district where springs like Swank Springs and Herndon Spring were vital for both livestock and settlers.