2017 Map of Crater Mountain

About this map

Crater Ridge and the soaring peak of Crater Mountain dominate the northern landscape of this Cascades survey, where alpine meadows and high-elevation parklands like McMillan Park meet the rugged drainage basins of the Whatcom and Skagit county line. The map captures a complex intersection of protected lands, spanning the Ross Lake National Recreation Area, Mount Baker National Forest, and North Cascades National Park. The Pacific NW National Scenic Trail traverses the western slopes above Ross Lake, following the contours of the land near Ruby Arm. To the south, the deep valleys of Panther Cr and Gabriel Cr carve through the wilderness between Elija Ridge and Gabriel Peak, illustrating the dramatic verticality of the North Cascades. The historic route of Chancellor winds along Ruby Cr, providing a trace of the area's prospecting and backcountry travel history.