2014 Map of Spray

About this map

The John Day River carves a deep path through Wheeler County, defining the location of Spray, a riverside settlement at the junction of the John Day Hwy and the Heppner Spray Hwy. This 2014 survey reveals a landscape shaped by narrow canyons and high ridges, where the town sits tucked near Town Gulch and the Spray Cem. The surrounding terrain is marked by family and descriptive landmarks like Harper Mtn, Sentinel Peak, and Sourdough Ridge. Drainage patterns are clearly delineated by numerous named creeks including Parrish Cr and Kahler Cr, which feed into the main river valley. This map is essential for understanding the modern footprint of these remote canyonlands, showing the persistent relationship between the river corridor and the local transportation network that serves Haystack Valley and the various hollows to the south.