2023 Map of Mount Jefferson

About this map

Mt Jefferson anchors this high-elevation landscape, where the borders of the Mount Hood National Forest, Willamette National Forest, and Deschutes National Forest converge. The topography is defined by significant glacial activity, with the Russell Glacier, Jefferson Park Glacier, and Whitewater Glacier carving the slopes of the peak. A network of high-country routes, most notably the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trl, provides access to alpine basins like Jefferson Park and Hunts Cove. These areas are dotted with numerous small water bodies such as Russell Lake, Bays Lake, and Shale Lake, which feed the headwaters of the Whitewater River and Milk Creek. This modern survey details the protected wilderness character of the region, illustrating the complex drainage patterns and rocky prominences like Cathedral Rocks and The Table that have long challenged backcountry travelers.