The City of Maupin is located along the Deschutes River in central Wasco County, on Highway 197. Maupin was incorporated as a city in 1922. Major local industries are log home construction and recreation. The community offers important access points to the Deschutes River for whitewater rafters, kayakers and anglers.
The population of Maupin is 411, according to the 2000 US Census.
Maupin Area Businesses
To view an alphabetical list of Maupin area businesses and merchants, click here.
Government & Services
City of Maupin
408 Deschutes Ave.
PO Box 308
Maupin OR 97037
Phone: 541-395-2698
Fax: 541-395-2499
Email:
City Council Meeting dates: 4th Wed.
Place: City Hall
Office hours: 9-4 p.m.
Mayor: Sherry Holliday
Greater Maupin Area Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 220
Maupin OR 97037
Phone: 541-395-2599
Maupin City Library
Deschutes Ave
Maupin OR 97037
Phone: 541-395-2208
Maupin City Park
Bakeoven Road
Maupin OR 97037
Phone: 541-395-2252
Wasco County Sheriff's Office - South County
Maupin OR 97037
Phone: 541-395-2214
Wasco Electric Cooperative
Maupin OR 97037
Phone: 541-395-2670
Schools
Maupin Elementary School
PO Box 346
Maupin OR 97037
Phone: 541-395-2665
Fax: 541-395-2675
South Wasco County Ambulance Service
Maupin OR 97037
Phone: 541-395-2500 (Emergency only)
South Wasco County High School
Maupin OR 97037
Phone: 541-395-2225
Fax: 541-395-2223
South Wasco County Junior High
699 Fourth Street
PO Box 347
Maupin OR 97037
Phone: 541-395-2265
South Wasco County School District #1
308 Deschutes Avenue
P.O Box 346
Maupin OR 97037
Phone: 541-395-2645
Fax: 541-396-2679
Location & Area
Maupin is located in Wasco County (North Central Oregon, east of the Cascades) on Highway 197 between The Dalles and Central Oregon. Maupin is positioned 45.17 degrees north of the equator and 121.08 degrees west of the prime meridian.
Nearest Major Highway and Distance is: I-84 (39 miles)
Nearest Major City: The Dalles, Oregon (39 miles, Estimated Drive Time: 45 minutes)
The distance to Portland is 95 miles.
The distance to the Oregon state capital of Salem is 100 miles. (as the crow flies)
The community of Wapinitia is located west of Maupin on Highway 216. The population of Maupin is approximately 456 (1990).
The amount of land area in Maupin is 2.822 sq. kilometers.
The amount of surface water is 0.155 sq kilometers.
Maupin's elevation is 1,047' feet above sea level.
Weather
The weather is typically central Oregon's best with hot, sunny days and cool, starry nights the norm. Plus the whitewater is great fun and the fishing is world famous.
Temperature:
Monthly Averages:
Low: 24°F Monthly Ave. High: 83°F
The hottest and driest month is July. Average July afternoon humidity: 34%
The coldest and wettest month is January. Average January afternoon humidity: 77%
Average annual precipitation: 18.340" Humidity (Hour 10, local time):
Source: Oregon Climate Service
Recreation on the Deschutes River
Discovered by Lewis and Clark in 1805, the river has been named Clark River (for Clark himself), Towornehiooks (the original indian name), and Kolamkeni Koke (the Klamath Indian name meaning stream where the wild root grows). The current name is derived from Riviere des Chutes (a name used by fur traders), meaning "river of the falls."
The Deschutes River is now known throughout the United States as a river for fishing, canoeing, rafting, hiking, and beautiful scenery. Along with this natural allure the river also shares a rich history and importance to Central Oregon. Deschutes River recreation opportunities include more than just canoeing, rafting or fishing. although those activities are among the most popular. The Deschutes, which is both a national and state scenic waterway, drops about a quarter of a mile in its final 100 miles as it twists through canyons 700 to 2,200 feet deep.
Maupin is a primary put-in spot for rafters who are boating the lower Deschutes. This section is a designated Wild & Scenic River offering Class 3 and 4 rapids including Oak Springs, Elevator, Buckskin Mary, and Boxcar. Great for days of fun whitewater rafting, kayaking, and inner-tubing.
Deschutes River Boater Pass
White water rafting and floating the Deschutes has become a popular recreational activity in the summers. Because of the large number of persons using this protected Wild & Scenic River area, the number of permits to boat on the Deschutes is limited. You must purchase a Deschutes River Boater Pass if you plan on floating the Deschutes River. For a list of vendors who can provide you a pass, click here.
Nearly anywhere along the river there are quiet camping spots or sites for picnicking. There are 14 National Forest campgrounds. in addition to the LaPine State Recreation Area.
Additional recreation opportunities nearby include: Mt. Hood National Forest, Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area, Beavercreek Wilderness, Pine Hollow Golf Course, White River State Park, Pine Hollow Lake, Rock Creek Reservoir Lake, Deschutes River, Sherars Falls, Ka-nee-tah Resort & Casino, White River Falls, Fossil Bed National Park, Shaniko, hiking, wind surfing, boating, fishing, skiing (water and snow), camping, golfing and sightseeing.
Oregon Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Weekly Recreation Report
Lower Deschutes River Information
Current River Conditions (USGS)
Maupin History
Maupin bears the name of one of the most celebrated of Oregon pioneers. Beside being applied to the post office, the name is also used for several geographic features in the central part of the state including two Maupin Buttes. Howard Maupin was born in Clay Co., Kentucky in 1815, and when he was about 15 years old moved to Missouri. He came to Oregon in 1863 and after spending a short time in the Willamette Valley, went to central Oregon. He first settled in Antelope Valley. The famous central Oregon Chief Paulina and his renegade Indians stole all of Maupin's stock shortly after he settled in Antelope Valley. Maupin established a stopping place for travelers and in 1871 was the first postmaster of the town of Antelope. Maupin also lived and operated at other points in central Oregon. He had a farm at the forks of Trout Creek and it was near that location that Paulina stole more of his stock. Maupin pursued the Indians and surprised them near Paulina Basin, where he killed the old chief, who had been the terror of settlers for several years. Maupin was a veteran of the Mexican War and was said to be a crack shot. Later he had a ferry on Deschutes River near the mouth of Bakeoven Creek, which was subsequently owned by W.E. Hunt. The place was then called Hunts Ferry. W. H. Staats bought the townsite when the railroads were built up Deschutes Canyon and named the place Maupin Ferry, but the postal authorities cut off the last word and since about 1909 the place has been called Maupin. -- Source: Oregon Geographic Names, Sixth Edition, 1992, Lewis L. McArthur, Oregon Historical Society Press, ISBN O-87595-237-2.
Maupin is located on the railroad tracks that connect the Columbia River Gorge with Central Oregon. Two Railroads were built through Maupin c. 1911. The Oregon Trunk track later became part of S.P.&S. and is now part of the Burlington Northern system. The other rails (on the east side of the Deschutes River) have been removed and portions of the railbed are now the Deschutes River Access Road.
Photo History of Maupin
Additional photos of Maupin, including some historic photos.
High Desert / Central Oregon - Informative text and some great photos of the Deschutes.
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