Morrow County

Morrow County is an administrative county in northeastern Oregon with diverse terrain spanning around 2,049 square miles. The area encompasses farmland, the Blue Mountains, and extends along the Columbia River with two natural gas power plants at the Port of Morrow.

The county was established in 1884 and named after Jackson L. Morrow, a state legislator who championed its formation from portions of Umatilla County. This founding marked the establishment of a new administrative unit in the state's development.

The county seat of Heppner displays buildings from the 19th century that reflect the early settlement heritage of the region. This architecture shapes the streetscape and tells the story of initial settlement through its preserved facades and layouts.

Visitors can explore the rural landscape and observe the region's economic focuses such as wheat production and power generation in action. The best time to explore is during the growing season when agricultural activity is most visible.

The county is home to multiple large data centers built in recent years that have reshaped the economy of this historically agricultural region. This growth in the technology sector stands in sharp contrast to the area's traditional farming identity.

Location: Oregon

Inception: 1884

Capital city: Heppner

Shares border with: Klickitat County, Benton County, Umatilla County, Grant County, Wheeler County, Gilliam County

Website: http://morrowcountyoregon.com

GPS coordinates: 45.42000,-119.57000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:23