1988 Map of Linton Lake

About this map

Mt Washington Wilderness and Three Sisters Wilderness converge in this high-elevation landscape of the Willamette National Forest. This late-1980s data highlights a region defined by dramatic hydrology and volcanic geology, featuring numerous high-country water bodies like Scott Lake and Linton Lake, as well as prominent cascades including Proxy Falls and Linton Falls. The map reveals the imprint of mid-century forestry and recreation, noting sites like Knobs Sheep Camp, Hand Lake Shelter, and the White Branch Youth Camp. Geologic markers are distinct throughout, from the Lava Lake Valley to several quarries and a Borrow Pit, while ridges such as Proxy Ridge and peaks like Scott Mtn dictate the drainage of Boulder Creek and its tributaries. This provisional survey provides a snapshot of the infrastructure supporting backcountry travel and forest management just before the turn of the millennium.