2020 Map of Methow

About this map

The Methow River corridor forms the central artery of this high-country landscape, where the settlements of Carlton and Methow serve as rural anchors within the Okanogan National Forest. This 2020 survey illustrates a region defined by its narrow valley flats and dramatic vertical relief, rising from the riverbanks to prominent heights like Mt Leecher and the high bowl of McCall Basin. The network of tributary waters, including Libby Cr, Gold Cr, and McFarland Cr, dictates the placement of historic mountain roads such as Ross Rd and Texas Creek Rd. These routes trace the easiest paths through the terrain, connecting elevated plateaus like Morse Flat and Mills Flat. The map documents the enduring geography of Okanogan County, where human habitation remains closely tied to the watercourses and natural clearings of the surrounding forest.