2011 Map of Wilderville

About this map

The confluence of the Rogue River and the Applegate River defines this landscape in Josephine County. This 2011 survey illustrates a region where water management is central to the land use, evidenced by a dense network of reservoirs and ponds including Aqua Fria Reservoir, Steppe Reservoir, and Apple Rogue Reservoir. The map documents the persistent rural infrastructure of the area, centered on Wilderville and the residential expansion near Redwood. For those researching local history, the placement of the Wilderville Post Office and the survival of distinct burial grounds like Wilderville Cemetery, Sloan Cemetery, and Ferrydale Cemetery provide essential genealogical markers. Notable geographic features such as The Canyon and Finley Bend characterize the river's winding path, while the presence of Baum Slough and Slate Creek indicates the complex drainage patterns that supported early settlement and agriculture.