1986 Map of Bobs Mountain

About this map

Gifford Pinchot National Forest dominates this landscape in the mid-1980s, where the high peaks of the Cascade Range transition into deep river valleys. The extraction history of Skamania County is evident through the presence of the Skamania Mine and Last Chance Mine, alongside numerous Borrow Pits that suggest local infrastructure development. At the higher elevations, the Silver Star Indian Pits near Silver Star Mtn provide a connection to the area's indigenous history and land use. The water network is central to the area's character, anchored by the Washougal River and the Washougal State Salmon Hatchery. Recreational and social sites are well-documented, from the Dougan Creek Campground and Dougan Falls to Camp Melacoma, reflecting the region's mid-century shift toward forest-based recreation and conservation. The map also captures the varied terrain of Bobs Mountain and the distinct open space of Bear Prairie.