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2014 Map of Lone Butte

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

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Indian Heaven and the high volcanic plateau of the South Cascades define this portion of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. This 2014 survey captures a landscape dominated by shield volcanoes and subalpine meadows, centered on the prominent Lone Butte and the surrounding Lone Butte Meadows. The topography is marked by distinct volcanic features, from the craggy Lemei Rock and Sawtooth Mtn to the cinder cones of the Twin Buttes.

Modern infrastructure is limited to the network of Forest Service roads, such as Twin Buttes Rd, which provide access to a dense cluster of high-elevation water bodies known as the Indian Heaven Lakes. The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail winds through the eastern half of the quadrangle, passing notable points like Blue Lake and Bear Lake. This map serves as a vital record of the wilderness character and geological formations of Skamania County's backcountry.