2014 Map of Dog River

About this map

The Upper Hood River Valley serves as a central corridor for this 2014 survey of Mount Hood National Forest. The landscape is dominated by the complex drainage systems of the E Fork Hood River and Dog River, which carve through the high elevations of Bluegrass Ridge and the Mill Creek Buttes. This modern topographic study illustrates the intricate network of forest service roads, such as Dufur Mill Rd and Brooks Meadow Rd, that provide access to high-country clearings. These alpine openings include Gibson Prairie, Brooks Meadow, and Horkelia Meadow, which remain significant landmarks for regional navigation and resource management. The map also documents numerous named water sources, from Crystal Spring in the west to Blue Bucket Spring in the south, essential features for the forestry and recreation-based economy of the Cascades.