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2011 Map of Mount Blum

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Mount Blum and Whatcom Peak anchor this high-elevation wilderness in the early 21st century, where the headwaters of the Baker River carve through a landscape of permanent ice and steep drainages. The map details a complex network of glacial meltwater, with Bald Eagle Creek, Mineral Creek, and Picket Creek all feeding into the primary river valley. Human presence is sparse, represented primarily by Tapto Camp near the northern boundary, highlighting the area's use for backcountry recreation rather than industrial development.

Strategic navigation through this alpine terrain is defined by historic corridors like Chilliwack Pass and Jasper Pass. The map illustrates the glacial character of the region, showing the relationship between high peaks like Mineral Mountain and the water bodies they feed, such as the Blum Lakes. The topographic data provides a precise view of the sharp ridgelines, including Pioneer Ridge and Easy Ridge, that separate these deep river basins.