2011 Map of Vinson

About this map

Vinson (historical) anchors this high-desert landscape in Umatilla County, marking a localized pocket of settlement along the winding path of Butter Creek. The map reveals a drainage system defined by deep geographic incisions like Vinson Canyon and Kramer Canyon, which cut through the plateaus of the Columbia Basin. For genealogists and local historians, the Vinson Cemetery serves as a critical point of interest, situated just south of the historic townsite. The terrain is characterized by a series of named draws and hollows, including Dry Hog Hollow and Nelson Canyon, which demonstrate how the early ranching and agricultural economy was shaped by the specific topography of the creek valleys. Transport is facilitated by rural routes such as Gurdane Rd and CO 1396 Rd, which link these remote canyons to the broader regional network.