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2017 Map of Mount Triumph

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Mount Triumph
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Newhalem sits along the Skagit River in this 2017 study of the North Cascades, serving as a primary point of access for the surrounding wilderness areas. The map details a landscape dominated by the high peaks of Mount Triumph and Mt Despair, while the Thornton Lakes are tucked into the high-elevation basins to the southwest. This area transitions between the North Cascades National Park and the Ross Lake National Recreation Area, showing the complex jurisdictional boundaries of these protected lands.

Water plays a central role in the topography, with numerous drainages like Goodell Creek and Newhalem Creek cutting through the steep terrain. Notable landmarks include the Ladder Creek Falls near the settlement and the high Triumph Pass, illustrating the dramatic vertical relief of the region. The map also records essential infrastructure for the time, such as Natl Forest Develop Road 3745 Rd, which provides vital access into the Mount Baker National Forest.