2011 Map of Gifford Peak

About this map

Indian Heaven dominates this high-country landscape, where a dense network of glacial lakes and volcanic peaks define the terrain in the early 21st century. The map provides clear evidence of the area's significance for recreation and traditional land use, notably through the presence of the Indian Race Track and the Red Mountain Lookout. This region is characterized by a high concentration of small water bodies like Rock Lake, Naha Lake, and the Forlorn Lakes, many of which are accessible only by forest roads. A developed network of timber and access routes, such as Nat For Dev RD 65, connects various primitive sites including the Falls Creek Horse Camp and Racetrack Forest Camp. The geography suggests a managed wilderness geared toward backcountry exploration, with the peaks of Gifford Peak and Berry Mountain standing as prominent landmarks above the drainages of Panther Creek and Falls Creek.