1986 Map of Mt. David Douglas

About this map

Willamette National Forest encompasses this high-elevation terrain in Lane County, dominated by the prominent peaks and ridgelines of the Cascade Range. Rising from the drainage of Salt Creek, the landscape is defined by Mt David Douglas and Koch Mountain. The map detail shows a complex network of forest roads and trails, including the Ranger Trail, weaving through the steep topography of Bunchgrass Ridge. Isolated landmarks such as Verdun Rock and the evocatively named Hells Half Acre dot the ridges, while high-country water features like Spirit Lake and Lucas Lake occupy the basins. To the south, the rail line follows the narrow corridor of the South Fork Salt Creek, passing through remote points like Cruzatte and Snowshed, reflecting the logistical challenges of crossing this mountainous divide in the late twentieth century.