2017 Map of Cowhorn Mountain

About this map

Cowhorn Mountain stands as the central peak in this high-altitude landscape where the boundaries of the Deschutes National Forest, Willamette National Forest, and Umpqua National Forest converge. This 2017 study illustrates a complex hydrological network within the Cascade Range, featuring numerous alpine basins such as Windy Lakes, Timpanogas Lake, and Indigo Lake. The area serves as a significant recreational and transit corridor, highlighted by the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail as it winds through Windy Pass. To the north, the terrain transitions toward the shores of Crescent Lake, including Tranquil Cove and Tandy Bay, while the Calapooya Mountains define the southwestern reaches. The map documents a dense network of forest service routes, such as the Metolius-Windigo trail and Summit Lake Run, which connect isolated features like Bingham Meadow and Crater Butte.