1899 Map of Glacier Peak

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Glacier Peak dominates this 1890s survey of the high North Cascades, documenting the region's early mining activity and natural geography long before the establishment of modern wilderness protections. The map traces the upper reaches of the Cascade River, Stehekin River, and the White Chuck River, where small outposts like Mineral Park and Bedal served as remote bases for prospectors. High-altitude landmarks such as Miners Ridge and Monte Cristo Lake indicate the era's focus on mineral wealth in the surrounding Mt. Baker National Forest and Wenatchee National Forest.