2011 Map of Sanderson Spring

About this map

Finley Creek Cow Camp and isolated dwellings like Stanley Cabin and Craigs Cabin characterize this high-elevation landscape within the Blue Mountains of Umatilla County. The terrain is defined by a dense network of ridges and canyons, including Rocky Ridge, Pfefferkorn Ridge, and Moonshine Canyon, where water sources were critical for seasonal ranching and transit. Small-scale water management is evident through the presence of Jarvis Ponds, Feik Reservoirs, and various named springs like McMillen Spring and the eponymous Sanderson Spring. The road network, consisting of routes like Skyline Rd and Ruckle Rd, follows the natural contours of the land, connecting these remote outposts and ridges. This survey provides a clear view of the geographic naming conventions used by early settlers and ranchers in this part of northeastern Oregon.