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2011 Map of Battle Ax

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Battle Ax
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Silver King Mountain and Mount Beachie define the drainage basins of this high-elevation landscape in the Cascades. The 2011 survey reveals a complex network of forest routes and trails providing access to remote points like the Rocky Top Shelter. Numerous water bodies are tucked into the high ridges, including Silver King Lake, Elk Lake, and the secluded Opal Lake.

Major waterways such as the Little North Santiam River and the Breitenbush River draw from a series of descending creeks, including Battle Ax Creek and French Creek. Notable geological formations such as Dog Tooth Rock, Dome Rock, and Needle Rock provide distinct navigational landmarks for those studying the area's physical geography. The map also traces the French Creek Ridge and several saddles, such as Beachie Saddle and Knutson Saddle, which serve as key natural passes through the terrain.