2023 Map of Shaniko Summit

About this map

Shaniko Summit dominates the northern landscape of this modern survey in Wasco County, where the high desert terrain transitions between deeply incised canyons and prominent volcanic hills. The settlement of Shaniko is visible in the northeast corner, reflecting a region defined by its cattle and sheep ranching history and its position along early transportation corridors. The drainage patterns are particularly intricate here, with the systems of Ward Creek and Indian Creek carving significant relief into the plateau. Modern transit routes 97 and 293 follow these natural contours, passing landmarks like Cross Hill and the steep descents of Deep Canyon and Deadman Canyon. The map provides a precise look at the township and range grids, including t7s r16e, which organize the sparse but geographically complex landscape of the Oregon interior.