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2017 Map of Helena Ridge

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Helena Ridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Darrington anchors the northwestern corner of this study, serving as a gateway to the high elevations of the Mount Baker National Forest. The landscape is dominated by the massive relief of Jumbo Mtn and Helena Ridge, where drainages like Asbestos Cr and Frog Creek descend through steep canyons. Significant water features including Kirk Lake, Lake Angeline, and North Lake are nestled among summits like Iron Mtn and Gold Mtn.

The presence of the Sauk River and its accompanying Mountain Loop Hwy illustrates the critical transportation corridor following the river valley through the North Cascades. Beyond the main highway, a complex network of forest development roads, such as N Sauk River Rd and Nat For Dev Rd 2070, provides access to landmarks like Asbestos Falls and high-altitude points including Helena Peak and the Devils Thumb.