2011 Map of Elk Rock

About this map

Elk Rock Lookout stands as a primary high-ground landmark in this terrain, situated just above the winding North Fork Toutle River. This landscape is defined by its deep drainage networks, where numerous watercourses like Hoffstadt Creek and Maratta Creek flow through narrow valleys toward the larger river basin. The map reveals a series of localized bodies of water, including Coldwater Lake and Castle Lake, which sit at the base of prominent rises like Spud Mountain. The distribution of these features suggests a dynamic geological environment shaped by significant water movement and elevation changes. Tracing the paths of Shultz Creek and Jackson Creek offers insight into the complex watershed that characterizes this part of Washington, while the presence of Elk Rock provides a focal point for the surrounding topography.