1957 Map of Index

About this map

Index and Gold Bar serve as the primary valley hubs in this mid-century survey of the Cascade foothills, where the Great Northern railroad follows the winding path of the Skykomish River. The map reveals a landscape defined by dramatic elevation changes and resource extraction, notably featuring the Lockwood Mine and several quarries. Water power is a central theme, evidenced by the Fish Hatchery near Startup and the series of spectacular cascades along the tributaries, including Wallace Falls, Sunset Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls. High above the river valleys, the Snoqualmie National Forest boundary encompasses massive peaks such as Mt Index and Mt Persis. The presence of the North Fork Guard Station and the Great Northern Railroad Grade near the Sultan River indicates the active management and industrial history of these timbered basins.