2011 Map of Kalaloch Ridge

About this map

Kalaloch Ridge dominates the center of this terrain-heavy survey in Jefferson County, which maps the intricate drainage systems between two significant coastal rivers. The Hoh River cuts across the northern edge of the sheet, while the Clearwater River and its tributary Elkhorn Creek define the southern landscape. This area is characterized by a dense web of smaller watercourses, including Steamboat Creek and Kalaloch Creek, which have carved deep valleys into the ridge system. The few named access points, such as G L Shake Rd and Clearwater Rd, suggest a landscape primarily utilized for timber management or watershed protection rather than residential settlement. This 2011 survey provides a clear look at the complex hydrography of the Olympic Peninsula, from the Mink Creek headwaters to the Nolan Creek drainage.