2014 Map of Cowlitz Falls

About this map

Lake Scanewa serves as a central focal point in this 2014 survey, marking the confluence where the Cowlitz River and Cispus River meet within the bounds of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. The map illustrates a landscape shaped by both water and timber, with the settlement of Cispus and the Kelly Ranch situated near the low-lying Big Bottom area. Forest service infrastructure is well-defined, showing a network of roads such as Falls Rd and Skinner Rd that provide access to high elevation points like Tumwater Mtn and Huffaker Mtn. Natural landmarks including Deep Lake and the Quartz Creek Big Trees Campground highlight the area's importance for timber management and forest recreation. The map also documents the crossing at Huffaker Bridge and the various tributaries like Quartz Cr and Crystal Cr that feed the primary river systems.