2017 Map of Battle Ax

About this map

Whetstone Mountain and the high ridges of the Cascades dominate this 2017 survey, where the boundaries of the Mount Hood National Forest and Willamette National Forest meet. The landscape is defined by its dramatic geologic features and high-altitude water bodies, including Opal Pool and the Phantom Natural Bridge. Significant peaks like Battle Ax and Mt Beachie anchor the terrain, while the Little North Santiam River and Opal Creek drain the steep drainages. An extensive network of Forest Service development roads, such as Nat For Dev Rd 2209 (Trail), provides access to remote landmarks like Dog Tooth Rock and Silver King Lake. This map serves as a modern record of the preserved wilderness and the complex trail and road systems used to navigate these protected lands.