2023 Map of Mount Zion

About this map

The Olympic National Forest dominates this section of the Olympic Peninsula, where high-elevation ridges and deep river drainages define the landscape. The northern reaches of the Buckhorn Wilderness protect the upper stretches of the Dungeness River and Gray Wolf River, reflecting the long-term conservation of these critical watersheds. The terrain is structured by prominent peaks like Mt Zion and Bear Mtn, which overlook a network of backcountry routes including the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trl. Movement through this area historically relied on passes and trails that navigate the steep slopes, such as Bon Jon Pass and the Gold Creek Trail. These routes connect the diverse water systems of the Little Quilcene River and Jimmycomelately Creek, showing how the geography dictatated travel before more modern road systems were established.