Map of Malheur County, Oregon

Map of Malheur County - Malheur County is a county located in the U.S. state of Oregon. Malheur County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Malheur County located in the map, major cities in Malheur county, population, areas, and places of interest.

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About Malheur County, Oregon

Malheur County is a county located in the U.S. state of Oregon. It's county seat is Vale. As per 2020 census, the population of Malheur County is 31693 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 9,888 sq mi (25,610 km2). Malheur County was established on 1887.

Malheur County Facts

Continent	North America
Country	United States
State	Oregon
County Seat	Vale
Largest City/Town	Ontario
Established	1887
Total Area	9,930 sq mi (25,719 sq km)
Land Area	9,888 sq mi (25,610 sq km)
Water Area	42 sq mi (109 sq km)
Population	31,571 (Census 2020)
Population Density	3.2 people per sq mi
Time Zone	Mountain Time Zone (most areas)
Major Highways	Interstate 84, U.S. Route 20, U.S. Route 26, U.S. Route 95
Major Rivers	Snake River, Malheur River, Owyhee River
Neighboring Counties	Baker County, Grant County, Harney County, Canyon County (ID), Payette County (ID), Owyhee County (ID)
Famous For	Snake River agriculture, high desert landscapes, ranching, and the Owyhee Canyonlands
Top Attractions	Owyhee Canyonlands, Snake River, Four Rivers Cultural Center, Leslie Gulch, Lake Owyhee State Park
Official Website	Official Website

About Malheur County, Oregon

Malheur County is located in southeastern Oregon in the United States and was established in 1887. The county seat is Vale, while Ontario is the largest city in the county. The county is known for high desert scenery, irrigated farmland, ranching communities, dramatic canyon landscapes, and outdoor recreation areas near the Idaho border.

Cities and Towns in Malheur County, Oregon

City/Town	Population (Census 2020)	Latitude & Longitude
Vale (county seat)	1,874	43.9821°N, 117.2385°W
Ontario	11,645	44.0266°N, 116.9629°W
Adrian	177	43.7390°N, 117.0721°W
Jordan Valley	181	42.9743°N, 117.0542°W
Nyssa	3,243	43.8782°N, 116.9943°W
Brogan	90	44.2188°N, 117.4740°W
Harper	109	43.8610°N, 117.6037°W
Juntura	53	43.7485°N, 118.0549°W
Riverside	19	43.5388°N, 118.1856°W

Golf Courses in Malheur County, Oregon

Golf Course	Location	Latitude & Longitude
Country View Golf Course	Ontario	44.0328°N, 116.9512°W
Vale Golf Club	Vale	43.9794°N, 117.2316°W
Nyssa Municipal Golf Course	Nyssa	43.8796°N, 116.9860°W

Roads and Highways in Malheur County, Oregon

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

Interstate 84 - major east-west highway connecting Ontario and Vale with Boise and western Oregon
U.S. Route 20 - scenic route linking eastern Oregon communities with central Oregon and Idaho
U.S. Route 26 - highway connecting Vale with John Day and western Oregon regions
U.S. Route 95 - north-south route connecting southeastern Oregon with Nevada and Idaho

Neighboring Counties of Malheur County

Baker County (north)
Grant County (northwest)
Harney County (west)
Canyon County, Idaho (east)
Payette County, Idaho (east)
Owyhee County, Idaho (south and southeast)

Top Attractions in Malheur County, Oregon

The county features several attractions known for history, nature, and recreation.

Owyhee Canyonlands - rugged canyon landscape known for hiking, rafting, and photography
Lake Owyhee State Park - recreation area featuring boating, fishing, and camping
Leslie Gulch - scenic volcanic canyon with dramatic rock formations
Snake River - major river destination for boating and fishing
Four Rivers Cultural Center - museum and cultural attraction in Ontario
Succor Creek State Natural Area - remote desert recreation and camping destination
Pillars of Rome - unique geological formations in southeastern Oregon
Malheur Butte nearby views - volcanic landmark visible across the Snake River Plain

Distance from Malheur County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

Vale to Ontario (Malheur County), Oregon - 12 mi (19 km)
Ontario to Boise (Ada County), Idaho - 55 mi (89 km)
Vale to Burns (Harney County), Oregon - 129 mi (208 km)
Vale to Baker City (Baker County), Oregon - 74 mi (119 km)
Vale to John Day (Grant County), Oregon - 202 mi (325 km)
Ontario to Nampa (Canyon County), Idaho - 46 mi (74 km)
Ontario to Twin Falls (Twin Falls County), Idaho - 127 mi (204 km)
Vale to Bend (Deschutes County), Oregon - 253 mi (407 km)
Vale to Portland (Multnomah County), Oregon - 360 mi (579 km)
Ontario to Salt Lake City (Salt Lake County), Utah - 372 mi (599 km)
Vale to Reno (Washoe County), Nevada - 335 mi (539 km)
Ontario to Medford (Jackson County), Oregon - 290 mi (467 km)

FAQs about Malheur County

Where is Malheur County located?

Malheur County is located in southeastern Oregon along the Idaho border.

What is the population of Malheur County?

Malheur County had a population of 31,571 according to Census 2020 data.

What is Malheur County known for?

Malheur County is known for high desert landscapes, agriculture, ranching, and the scenic Owyhee Canyonlands.

What are the major highways in Malheur County?

The county is served by Interstate 84, U.S. Route 20, U.S. Route 26, and U.S. Route 95.

Are there golf courses in Malheur County?

Yes, Malheur County has golf facilities including Country View Golf Course and Vale Golf Club.

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