2017 Map of Elsie

About this map

The Nehalem River winds through the forested highlands of the Coast Range, anchoring a landscape defined by timber access and rugged drainages. Near the settlement of Elsie, the terrain is marked by family-named infrastructure like Joe Woodard Rd and Luukinen Loop Rd, alongside the historic Sunny Hill Cem overlooking the Nehalem Valley. The map reveals a complex network of fire roads and logging mains, including the August Fire Rd and Quartz Creek Mainline, which navigate the steep rises toward Flat Iron Mtn and Four Seven Ridge. This 2017 survey details the numerous tributaries feeding the river system, from Spruce Run Cr to the N Fork Salmonberry River, illustrating how topography dictates the movement of both water and commerce in this remote corner of Oregon.