2020 Map of Mount Jefferson

About this map

Mt Jefferson dominates this high-altitude landscape, surrounded by a complex system of ice and water including Russell Glacier, Jefferson Park Glacier, and Waldo Glacier. The map documents the convergence of three major national forests—Mount Hood National Forest, Willamette National Forest, and Deschutes National Forest—marking a critical point for land management and wilderness recreation. The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail traverses the north-south axis of the quadrangle, passing through the meadows of Jefferson Park and skirting numerous alpine water bodies like Bays Lake and Scout Lake. To the south, Hunts Cove and Old Hunts Cove provide evidence of historical backcountry use near Hunts Creek and Hanks Lake. The dense network of ridgelines, such as Lizard Ridge and Woodpecker Ridge, illustrates the topographic complexity of this volcanic region.