2023 Map of Mount Townsend

About this map

Mt Townsend and the surrounding high peaks of the Olympic Mountains dominate this high-elevation landscape within the Buckhorn Wilderness. This 2023 survey provides a detailed look at the complex trail networks and protected lands managed by the Olympic National Forest and Olympic National Park. The topography is defined by sharp ridgelines such as Welch Peaks and Buckhorn Mtn, with drainage systems feeding the Big Quilcene River and Tunnel Creek. High-altitude water bodies, including Silver Lake, Buckhorn Lake, and the Charlie Lakes, are scattered throughout the backcountry. These remote features are connected by established routes like the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Tri and the Tull Canyon Tri, reflecting a landscape dedicated to preservation and recreation rather than industrial or residential development. The boundary between Clallam Co and Jefferson Co cuts across the northern portion of the map near Sink Lake.