2017 Map of Blue Buck Mountain

About this map

Methow Winter Range and Wildlife Refuge occupies the central and southern portions of this landscape, reflecting a commitment to habitat preservation in the Okanogan region. The terrain is defined by a series of prominent ridges and drainages, including the height of Blue Buck Mountain and Bowen Mtn to the north. These uplands are separated by deep-cut features such as Pipestone Canyon and Wolf Canyon, which channel seasonal water toward the valley floor. Small alpine bodies of water like Cougar Lake and Lightning Lake are scattered across the high country, while Campbell Lake and Bonner Lake sit lower in the drainage basins. A complex network of Forest Service roads, including Nat For Dev Rd 200 and Lester Rd, provides access to the Okanogan National Forest, showing how the land is managed for both recreation and conservation in the modern era.