2011 Map of Gold Mountain

About this map

Gold Mountain dominates this portion of Ferry County, serving as a high-altitude anchor for a complex network of drainage basins. The Gold Mountain Lookout sits at the summit, overlooking a landscape defined by sharp elevation changes along Gold Mountain Ridge. The drainage patterns here are intricate, with Wilmont Creek and its many tributaries, including Three Forks Creek and Little Wilmont Creek, carving through the terrain. In the northeastern corner, the water system transitions to lacustrine features such as South Twin Lake and Little Twin Lakes. Transportation is limited to a few specific Bureau of Indian Affairs routes, notably Bia 1047 Rd and Bia 172 Rd, which provide the primary access to these upland areas. The map reveals a mountain landscape where water movement and ridgelines dictate the placement of the few existing forest roads and trails.