1955 Map of Humptulips

About this map

The Humptulips River and its numerous tributaries dominate this mid-century survey of the Olympic Peninsula timberlands. Centered on the settlement of Humptulips, the map reveals a landscape defined by industrial logging and water management. An extensive Logging Railroad network snakes through the northern hills, connecting remote outposts like Railroad Camp to the regional economy. Further south, the intricate forks of the Hoquiam River and Wishkah River flow toward the coast, where small communities such as New London and Aberdeen Gardens appear as early nodes of development. The presence of the Hoquiam Water Works and a prominent Pipeline underscores the critical role this watershed played in supporting the growing coastal urban centers. Local infrastructure is further detailed through family-named routes like Mc Nutt Road and essential rural landmarks including the Wishkah Valley School and the Vabm 605 Lookout.