2020 Map of Laurel Mountain

About this map

Laurel Mountain and the high ridges of the Central Oregon Coast Range dominate this part of Polk County. The terrain is defined by a complex drainage system where the Little Luckiamute River and Rickreall Creek originate, flowing through steep canyons like Gorge Canyon and over landmarks such as Silver Falls. The map reveals an intensive network of logging and service roads, including Rickreall Road and Gold Creek Road, which provide access to the timber-rich elevations around Dorn Peak and Riley Peak. A notable concentration of springs and small tributaries, such as Boulder Springs and Bridge Forty Creek, emphasizes the importance of this watershed to the downstream valley. The presence of Boulder Pass and named ridges like Mule Tail Ridge and Mill Creek Ridge illustrates how the physical geography dictated early travel and modern resource management in these highlands.