Pendleton Oregon Map
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Interactive Map of Pendleton, Oregon
| City | Pendleton |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Umatilla |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 45.672075 |
| Longitude | -118.788597 |
| Population | 16,950 |
| Density | 569.4 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Pendleton, Oregon
Pendleton is a locality in Umatilla County, Oregon, United States. It has a population of 16,950. The population density is 569.4 people per km². Pendleton is located at 45.6721°N, 118.7886°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 97801.
Pendleton rests in a broad, sun-baked basin, where the rolling foothills of the Blue Mountains begin to surrender to the arid expanse of Eastern Oregon. It lies 29.6 miles south-south-west of Whitman, WA (from Whitman, WA: bearing 209°T), and is situated 5.1 miles west of Mission. The land here is a study in ochre and sage, a vast canvas painted with the muted greens of grasses and the deep browns of exposed earth, all under a sky that often stretches an impossibly wide, cerulean dome. The Umatilla River, a ribbon of cool promise, carves its way through this dry landscape, its presence a vital artery for the life that clings to its banks. Evenings here can bring a particular quality of light, a honeyed glow that softens the sharp edges of the terrain and casts long, dramatic shadows across the valley floor, imbuing the air with a quiet, almost tangible stillness. The history of Pendleton is deeply entwined with the fertile lands it commands and the ingenuity of its people. Once a vital stop on the Oregon Trail, it blossomed into a hub for agriculture, particularly wheat and livestock, a legacy still evident in the vast fields that surround the town and the robust aroma of grain that sometimes drifts on the breeze. The iconic Pendleton Round-Up, a world-famous rodeo, injects a vibrant pulse of Western heritage into the community each September, drawing crowds with its roping, riding, and the unmistakable spirit of the American cowboy. Beyond its agricultural roots, Pendleton holds a unique place in the nation's textile history, with the Pendleton Woolen Mills continuing to produce iconic blankets and apparel, their intricate patterns a testament to a craft passed down through generations. The river, the railroad, and the enduring spirit of its settlers have all shaped Pendleton into a place of enduring character and understated resilience.
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About This Pendleton Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Pendleton, Oregon with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Pendleton and Umatilla County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Pendleton is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Pendleton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
