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2020 Map of Downey Mountain

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Downey Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Mount Baker National Forest encompasses this high-elevation wilderness along the border of Skagit and Snohomish counties. The landscape is dominated by significant peaks such as Mt Buckindy, Downey Mtn, and Green Mtn, which serve as the primary landmarks for this roadless backcountry area. The drainage systems of Downey Creek and Sulphur Creek carve through the steep terrain, eventually feeding into the protected Skagit Wild and Scenic River.

Remote water features include Horse Lake, Downey Lake, and Pilot Lake, which are tucked into the high basins of the North Cascades. Of particular interest to historical researchers and outdoor enthusiasts is the Sulphur Hot Springs located near the southern boundary, a natural feature that has long been a destination for those navigating the creek valleys. This map illustrates the primitive character of the region, where the primary infrastructure consists of the natural watercourses and the survey lines of the Public Land Survey System.