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2014 Map of Lake Quinault East

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Lake Quinault East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Lake Quinault serves as the focal point for this section of the Olympic Peninsula, where the glacial waters meet the heavily timbered slopes of the Olympic National Forest. The small settlement of Quinault sits along the southern shore, acting as a gateway for travelers moving between the lake and the high country of Olympic National Park to the north. This 2014 survey documents the established recreational and research infrastructure within the valley, including the Falls Creek Forest Camp and the Willaby Creek Forest Camp, both nestled near their respective tributary streams.

The topography is dominated by the massive Quinault Ridge and Humptulips Ridge, which separate the Quinault watershed from the drainage of the West Fork Humptulips River. Local landmarks like Mt O'Neil and Wooded Peak rise above the deep glacial troughs of Wright Canyon. For those exploring the backcountry, the presence of the Mulkey Shelter and the protected Quinault Research Natural Area highlights the dual legacy of preservation and recreation in this part of Washington.