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Hermiston Oregon Map

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CityHermiston
StateOregon (OR)
CountyUmatilla County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezonePacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)
Latitude45.84041
Longitude-119.28946
Population19,354
Density902.1 /km²
IncorporatedYes
ZIP Code97838
Area Code541
County SeatPendleton
School DistrictHermiston School District 8

About Hermiston, Oregon

Hermiston is a locality in Umatilla County, Oregon, United States. It has a population of 19,354. The population density is 902.1 people per km². Hermiston is located at 45.8404°N, 119.2895°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Hermiston is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 97838.

Hermiston emerges from the expansive, sun-drenched plains of the high desert, where the horizon feels wide enough to hold the entire weight of the sky. It lies 26.8 miles west-northwest of Pendleton, OR (from Pendleton, OR: bearing 296°T), and is situated 5.9 miles south-southeast of Umatilla. The Umatilla River carves a quiet path through the landscape just two miles away, offering a steady, life-giving presence to the surrounding soil. Four miles out, the landscape dips into the Umatilla Meadows, while the waters of Manns Pond provide a still, reflective reprieve from the heat. On clear days, the distant Blue Mountains form a jagged, violet silhouette against the eastern edge of the world. Mckenzie Park sits at the center of local life, its greenery offering a sharp contrast to the arid, golden hues of the plains. The air here holds a dry, clean clarity that sharpens the edges of the afternoon light, turning the late dusk into a deep and quiet shade of bruised lavender.

Agriculture and irrigation define the rhythm of Hermiston, grounding the economy in the deep, fertile silt of the basin. The history of the area is etched into the success of local farmers who mastered the art of bringing water to the high desert to grow potatoes and watermelons. Large-scale food processing plants anchor the industrial sector, keeping the pace of the days tied to the cycles of harvest and distribution. Long freight trains rumble through the rail hub, a constant reminder of the logistical power that keeps this inland junction moving forward. This work ethic creates a steady, unpretentious atmosphere where the value of a person is measured by their commitment to the land and the labor it requires. Even as the modern economy shifts toward new technology and logistics, the fundamental character of Hermiston remains tied to the earth and the grit required to cultivate it.

Cultural life in Hermiston reflects the resilient spirit of a community that thrives in a challenging, beautiful climate. Residents gather for local festivals that celebrate the harvest, turning the town into a bustling center of regional pride and connection. Mckenzie Park serves as a common ground for families and neighbors, hosting the simple, recurring rites of a town that knows its own neighbors well. While Hermiston does not seek the spotlight, it has been the home of figures like actor James Arness, who found his early footing in the region before becoming a recognizable presence in American television. The pace of life here is deliberate and steady, favoring the quiet dignity of a well-tended garden or a job done with care. Every street corner and storefront in Hermiston carries the quiet weight of a place that is comfortable in its own skin, far from the frantic energy of the coast.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Sunset Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 021° N
  • Butte Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 306° NW
  • Power City Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 3.7 mi, 358° N
  • Wanaket Wildlife Area (National Conservation Area) — 4.2 mi, 002° N · 2,909 acres
  • George Hash Park (Local Recreation) — 5.1 mi, 006° N
  • Cold Springs National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 5.5 mi, 071° E · 878 acres
  • Lake Umatilla (Recreation Area) — 5.6 mi, 336° NW
  • Oregon Fish View Room (Viewpoint) — 6.1 mi, 357° N
  • Irrigon Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 6.1 mi, 330° NW
  • Lake Wallula (Recreation Area) — 6.6 mi, 357° N
  • Oregon Trail Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 7.9 mi, 180° S
  • Echo Museum (Museum) — 8.2 mi, 146° SE
  • Mcnary National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 9.8 mi, 056° NE · 32k acres
  • The Pink House (Attraction) — 23.5 mi, 015° N
  • Dancing Fields (Public Artwork) — 23.5 mi, 011° N
  • Hover High School (Historic Ruins) — 23.7 mi, 039° NE
  • Madame Dorion Memorial (Monument) — 23.9 mi, 050° NE
  • 9/11 Wtc Memorial Kennewick (Attraction) — 23.9 mi, 012° N
  • Max Air Trampoline Park (Attraction) — 26.2 mi, 007° N
  • AMC Kennewick 12 (Cinema) — 26.7 mi, 006° N
  • Pendleton Center for the Arts (Arts Centre) — 26.7 mi, 115° SE
  • Pendleton Underground Tour (Attraction) — 26.9 mi, 116° SE
  • Umatilla County Museum (Museum) — 26.9 mi, 116° SE
  • Heritage Station Museum (Museum) — 27.0 mi, 116° SE
  • Veteran's Memorial (Monument) — 27.2 mi, 014° N
  • Vietnam Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 27.3 mi, 019° N
  • Umatilla National Forest (National Forest) — 27.3 mi, 114° SE · 1.4M acres
  • Riverview Natural Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 28.7 mi, 004° N
  • Esvelt Gallery (Gallery) — 29.5 mi, 016° N
  • Fran Rish Stadium (Stadium) — 30.1 mi, 000° N

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About This Hermiston Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Hermiston, Oregon. Coordinates: 45.84041, -119.28946. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.

Detailed location data for Hermiston includes the ZIP code (97838), telephone area code (541), county seat of Umatilla County (Pendleton), and school district assignment (Hermiston School District 8).

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.

Page generatedAugust 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.