2011 Map of Elk Peak

About this map

Elk Peak and Dear Mountain anchor this drainage-heavy landscape in the Coast Range, where the complex headwaters of several major river systems converge. The terrain is defined by the winding course of the West Fork Millicoma River, which is fed by numerous named tributaries including Joes Creek, Otter Creek, and Panther Creek. The network of forestry roads, such as Umpcoos Rd and various numbered routes like 2000 Rd, suggests a landscape shaped by the timber industry and active land management. Notable landmarks for navigation and local history include the Loon Lake Lookout situated on a high ridge and the secluded Gould Lake. The southern portion of the map is marked by Stulls Falls on the West Fork Millicoma, illustrating the steep elevation changes that characterize these western Oregon watersheds.