1984 Map of Cook Creek

About this map

The Southern Pacific railroad line winds through the northern canyons of the Tillamook State Forest, tracing the steep banks of the Nehalem River and the Salmonberry River. This 1984 provisional survey illustrates the dense hydrological network of the Northern Oregon Coast Range, where countless named tributaries like Cook Creek and Sibley Creek descend from high ridges such as Buck Mountain and High Butte. The terrain is defined by its isolation and verticality, with the Miami River appearing in the southwest corner. The map documents the intricate drainage patterns of the region's watersheds, including specialized features like Hatchery Creek, before modern development or major logging changes altered the forest floor's appearance.