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2011 Map of Methow

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Methow
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Methow River corridor serves as the primary artery through this Okanogan County landscape, where small settlements like Carlton and Methow are established along the valley floor. In the northern reaches, the Carlton Post Office marks the hub of its namesake community near the confluence of Libby Creek and the river. The topography is defined by significant elevation changes, from the heights of Mount Leecher in the northeast to deep incisions like Buckhorn Canyon and Morse Canyon.

Evidence of the area's geography and recreation is seen in the various riverfront flats, such as Morse Flat, Mills Flat, and Cumbo Flat, which provide level ground amidst the steep draws of Vinegar Gulch and Mulhollan Gulch. Near the southern edge of the quadrangle, the Lightning Pine Recreational Vehicle Park sits along the river just north of the town of Methow, reflecting the region's modern role as a recreational destination for those exploring the rugged Okanogan backcountry.