2020 Map of Royal Camp

About this map

The Frenchman Hills dominate this portion of the Columbia Basin, creating a high-elevation ridge that separates the northern agricultural flats from the descending Royal Slope. This modern topographic survey illustrates the sophisticated irrigation infrastructure that has transformed the arid landscape of Grant County, notably through the W Canal and the Crab Cr Lateral. Central to the local history of the area is the settlement of Royal Camp, located along Royal Camp Rd SE. To its east, the Pleasant Valley Cem sits near the base of the hills, providing a fixed point of reference for genealogists and local historians. The northern reaches of the quadrangle are defined by the Frenchman Hills Wasteway, part of the intricate water management system that supports the region's agricultural productivity.