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1962 Map of Lester

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Lester
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

Lester stands as a primary outpost along the Northern Pacific railroad line in the early 1960s, serving as a critical point of access to the high mountain passes of the Cascades. The settlement is positioned near the Lester Airstrip and the Intake of the Green River Watershed (City of Tacoma), highlighting its role in regional infrastructure and resource management. The map details the complex intersection of four counties — King, Kittitas, Yakima, and Pierce — which meet amidst a landscape dominated by the Snoqualmie National Forest and Wenatchee National Forest.

High-altitude landmarks such as the Pyramid Peak Lookout Tower and Raven Roost Mtn overlook a network of backcountry routes, including several designated as Jeep Trails. Significant historical transit points like Naches Pass and Tacoma Pass are documented alongside notable natural openings like Government Meadow and Timothy Meadow, which provide a record of the early recreational and surveying history of this high-country terrain.