2020 Map of Mount Pugh

About this map

Mount Baker National Forest encompasses this landscape in the North Cascades, dominated by the massive relief of Mt Pugh and Circle Peak. The terrain is defined by the deep drainage of the White Chuck River and several alpine basins holding remote waters like Crystal Lake and Indigo Lake. High-altitude trails such as the Crystal Lake Trail and Meadow Lake Trail provide the primary access through this steep backcountry, while the Whitechuck Bench offers a rare level traverse above the river valley. The northern edge of the sheet is marked by the protected corridor of the Skagit Wild and Scenic River, reflecting a modern era of federal conservation. This survey illustrates the intricate drainage patterns of the region, where numerous named creeks like Lime Cr and Owl Cr feed the larger river systems through narrow, glaciated valleys.