1960s Maps of Skamania County, Washington

1. 1961 Map of Yakima

   

   1961 Yakima

   1961 Print · USGS

   Central Washington thrived in the mid-century as an agricultural powerhouse defined by the Yakima River. Trace local roots through Medicine Valley School, Fort Simcoe, and the rail lines of the Northern Pacific RR.

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4. 1962 Map of Hoquiam

   

   1962 Hoquiam

   1962 Print · USGS

   Southwest Washington in the late fifties is defined by the bustling timber ports of Hoquiam and the rail-linked commerce of the interior valleys. Genealogists and historians can trace the early footprints of settlements like Raymond and Pe Ell, or locate family sites at Grand Mound Cem and Odd Fellows Cem.

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7. 1964 Map of Vancouver

   

   1964 Vancouver

   1964 Print · USGS

   The Pacific Northwest interior and coast are shown here in the 1960s, from the Portland metropolitan hub to the rugged Pacific shoreline. Researchers can trace the legacy of the Grand Ronde Indian Reservation, the early layout of McMinnville, and the maritime approaches near Tillamook Head.

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10. 1965 Map of Burnt Peak, 1966 Print

    

    1965 Burnt Peak

    1966 Print · USGS

    Skamania County's high country is captured in the mid-sixties, showing a landscape defined by forestry and remote lookouts. You can trace early forest access routes like the Pack Trail and locate recreation sites such as Curly Creek Campground or the Burnt Peak Lookout 4106.

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13. 1965 Map of Lone Butte, 1967 Print

    

    1965 Lone Butte

    1967 Print · USGS

    Skamania County's high volcanic plateaus and alpine lakes are captured here in the mid-1960s. Outdoor historians and researchers can trace the original Cascade Crest Trail past seasonal outposts like Mosquito Lake Station and Tillicum Campground.

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16. 1965 Map of Greenhorn Buttes, 1967 Print

    

    1965 Greenhorn Buttes

    1967 Print · USGS

    The Lewis and Skamania county line crosses this forested landscape during the mid-sixties, an era of active forest management and mountain recreation. Researchers can trace the winding Cispus River and find landmarks like Huffaker Bridge, Iron Creek Campground, and the high peaks of Greenhorn Buttes.

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19. 1965 Map of Spencer Butte, 1967 Print

    

    1965 Spencer Butte

    1967 Print · USGS

    Skamania County's wilderness is shown in the mid-sixties, dominated by the peaks and drainages within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Follow the Pack Trail network to find remote landmarks like Spencer Butte, Lower Falls on the Lewis River, and Spencer Meadow.

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22. 1965 Map of Tower Rock, 1967 Print

    

    1965 Tower Rock

    1967 Print · USGS

    The Cispus River valley in the mid-sixties served as a hub for conservation efforts and forest management within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Trace the layout of the Cispus Job Corps Conservation Center and find historic fire lookouts on Burley Mtn.

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25. 1965 Map of Quartz Creek Butte, 1967 Print

    

    1965 Quartz Creek Butte

    1967 Print · USGS

    Skamania County's wilderness is captured in the mid-1960s, showing a landscape defined by the Lewis River and steep timberlands. Researchers can trace early recreational footprints at the Lewis River Campground and follow the rugged Pack Trail past Little Niagara Falls.

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28. 1965 Map of Mc Coy Peak, 1967 Print

    

    1965 Mc Coy Peak

    1967 Print · USGS

    The high backcountry of Skamania County is captured here in the mid-1960s, showing a landscape defined by ridgelines and forest trails. Researchers can trace historic access routes like the Bear Creek Pack Trail and locate isolated features like the Mine or Yellow Jacket Pass.

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31. 1965 Map of French Butte, 1967 Print

    

    1965 French Butte

    1967 Print · USGS

    Skamania County's high country is captured here in the mid-sixties, a period of active forest management and recreation. Trace the remote network of trails leading to the Iron Creek Guard Station, Pinto Rock, and the waters of Badger Lake.

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