1986 Map of Bridal Veil

About this map

The Columbia River serves as the focal point of this mid-1980s survey, illustrating the transportation and conservation corridor at the heart of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. The map reveals a landscape defined by sharp elevation changes and numerous waterfalls, including Bridal Veil Falls, Latourell Falls, and Mist Falls. The infrastructure of the era is clearly marked, with the Union Pacific and Burlington Northern railroads flanking the water. On the Oregon side, the Historic Columbia River Highway winds past significant landmarks like the Vista House at Crown Point State Park. Small clusters of development at Latourell and Roos contrast with the protected expanses of Guy W. Talbot State Park and Benson State Park, showing the balance between early 20th-century settlement and modern preservation efforts.