1957 Map of Mt. Bonaparte

About this map

The International Boundary defines the northern edge of this high-country survey, where the rugged topography of the Okanogan National Forest meets the scattered agricultural settlements of northern Washington. The map highlights the transition from mining and ranching hubs like Chesaw and the Bolster (Site) to the dense timberland of the national forest. Evidence of the region’s hard-rock mining history is anchored by the Poland China Mine near Molson Hill, while the presence of the Knobhill Grange and multiple mountain lookouts, including Mt Bonaparte Lookout, underscores a landscape of remote lookouts and community resilience. The area is dotted with numerous small alpine lakes, such as Strawberry Lake and Lost Lake, which serve as focal points for recreation and resource management alongside established sites like Camp Ortoha and the Boy Scout Camp.