Washington [and] Oregon

Early 20th-century map of Oregon and Washington.

This vibrantly colored map was published in Chicago by Rand McNally in 1901 as part of the firm’s popular Atlas of the World. One side presents an overview of Washington State, while the verso shows Oregon. Each image uses bright hues to distinguish county configurations. Geographic features, settlements, and other locations of interest are labeled throughout.

Railroads, both completed and under construction, are identified with thick black lines. Topography is depicted in hachure, highlighting the rugged mountainous terrain covering much of the region. Numerous mountain peaks are named with their corresponding elevation. Indices listing counties and primary cities can be found in the margins. An interesting snapshot of the two Pacific Northwest states at the dawn of a new century.