2014 Map of Mount Blum

About this map

Mt Blum and the surrounding peaks of the North Cascades define this high-elevation wilderness, where drainage systems like the Baker River and Picket Cr carve through steep alpine terrain. The 2014 survey documents a landscape of extreme vertical relief, punctuated by critical mountain transit points such as Chilliwack Pass, Perfect Pass, and Jasper Pass. The presence of the Pacific NW National Scenic Trail in the northern portion of the quadrangle indicates the area's continued importance for long-distance through-hiking and backcountry navigation. Numerous high-country water features, including the isolated Blum Lakes and various named creeks like Mineral Cr and Bald Eagle Cr, are mapped with precision. This map serves as a contemporary record of the complex topography within Whatcom County, Washington, detailing the ridges and basins that separate the watersheds of this glaciated region.