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2020 Map of Shaniko

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Shaniko
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Bakeoven stands as a central point of interest in this high-plateau landscape of Wasco County, situated where Bakeoven Rd and Hinton Rd meet. The geography is defined by a dense network of drainages and seasonal watercourses, including Bakeoven Creek, which carves through the terrain alongside numerous named landforms such as Hauser Canyon and Nachter Butte. For those interested in local genealogy or the early settlement of the region, the Bakeoven Cemetery is a notable landmark located north of the town site.

The southeastern corner of the map features Shaniko, a location with deep roots in the regional sheep and wool trade. The surrounding environment is heavily dissected by canyons and hollows, such as Buck Hollow, Thorn Hollow, and the uniquely named Mary McKinley Draw. These features, along with scattered water sources like Homestead Spring and Spring Hollow, illustrate the vital importance of water management in this arid stretch of Oregon.