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2024 Map of Elk Lake

Name: 2024 Topographic Map of Elk Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2024
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2024

About this map

Elk Lake sits at the heart of this high-elevation landscape, serving as a primary focal point for both recreation and geography. This 2024 survey documents a dense network of water bodies and alpine trails where the Willamette National Forest meets the Deschutes National Forest. The map captures a complex hydrological system, including Hosmer Lake, Lava Lake, and Little Lava Lake, along with the headwaters of the Cultus River.

Transport and navigation are defined by historical and modern footpaths rather than traditional roads. The iconic Pacific Crest National Scenic Trl traverses the western portion of the quadrangle through the Three Sisters Wilderness, while the Metolius-Windigo Trl provides a critical north-south connection to the east. Topographical landmarks such as Elk Mtn and Moolack Butte anchor the terrain, providing context for the meadows and swamps, like Quinn Meadows and Corral Swamp, that dot the Cascade Range floor.