2011 Map of Cyclone Creek

About this map

The White River and Clearwater River converge in this high-altitude landscape of King County, defining a complex drainage system fed by numerous mountain tributaries. The terrain is dominated by the massive presence of Grass Mountain to the east, which rises above a series of high-elevation water bodies including Beaverdam Lake, Lynn Lake, and the curiously named Stink Lake. This 2011 survey documents a primarily undeveloped area where human infrastructure is limited to Route 410 and a network of forest roads. The map reveals the intricate headwaters of Charley Creek and Boise Creek in the north, while the southern half is characterized by the deep valleys of Canyon Creek and Old Pond Creek. This hydrological network illustrates the transition from high alpine ridges to the river basins that eventually serve the Puget Sound region.