2020 Map of Cowhorn Mountain

About this map

Cowhorn Mountain stands as a central peak at the intersection of the Cascade Range and the Calapooya Mountains, where the borders of three national forests converge. The landscape is defined by its complex drainage and glaciated basins, feeding a dense network of high-elevation water bodies including Indigo Lake, Summit Lake, and the western reaches of Crescent Lake. These alpine lakes are connected by a historical network of paths, most notably the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail as it traverses the High Divide and Windy Pass. The presence of numerous seasonal trails like Summit Lake Run and the Metolius-Windigo loop highlights the area's role as a primary corridor for wilderness travel. Geographic markers such as Bingham Meadow and Crater Butte provide distinct landmarks for those tracing the traditional boundary lines between the Willamette National Forest, Deschutes National Forest, and Umpqua National Forest.