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2023 Map of Elk Peak

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Elk Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

The Millicoma River and its intricate drainage network define this mountainous region of the Oregon Coast Range, where the West Fork flows through a landscape marked by steep ridges and narrow creek beds. The drainage divide is anchored by Elk Peak and Dean Mtn, with the latter situated near Scholfield Ridge along the northern border. This area is characterized by its heavy timber and complex hydrography, featuring numerous small tributaries such as Buck Creek, Knife Creek, and Slide-Out Creek that feed into the larger river systems.

Evidence of historical water-powered features or landmarks appears at Smith Falls on the West Fork, and the mapping of Schoolhouse Creek suggests the location of early rural infrastructure. The boundary between Douglas Co and Coos Co cuts through the northern third of the map, illustrating how political lines were drawn across the high crests of Umpcoos Ridge and the surrounding wilderness. An extensive system of forest roads, including Nat For Dev Rd 4000, provides the primary access for modern land management.