2020 Map of Brightwood

About this map

Mount Hood National Forest dominates this landscape, where the confluence of several significant waterways dictates the settlement patterns of eastern Clackamas County. The Sandy River and Bull Run River systems converge here, supporting the Bull Run Reservoir Number One in the northern portion of the map. Along the southern corridor, small communities such as Brightwood, Alder Creek, and Marmot are connected by local routes including E Barlow Trail Rd, a name echoing the region's overland emigrant history. The terrain is defined by dramatic features like the Devils Backbone and Lookout Point, while the Salmon Wild and Scenic River designation highlights the protected status of these critical riparian corridors. This survey provides a modern view of how these high-elevation water resources are managed and preserved alongside historic mountain thoroughfares.