1956 Map of Loomis

About this map

The Similkameen River flows south from the international border into a landscape defined by industrial extraction and water management. This mid-century survey shows the area around Loomis and Nighthawk during a period when mining remained a visible part of the geography. Dozens of sites, including the Golden Zone Mine, Ruby Mine, and Alice Mine, are scattered across the peaks of Palmer Mountain and Bullfrog Mtn. The Great Northern railroad tracks parallel the river, connecting these remote operations to broader markets. In the valley floor, the Whitestone Ditch and Gaging Sta on Sinlahekin Creek suggest the importance of irrigation for local agriculture. Large water bodies like Palmer Lake and Spectacle Lake dominate the lowlands, while higher elevations are marked by landmarks like Beef Pasture Cabin and the Sinlahekin Game Range.