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1961 Map of Mt. Jefferson

Name: 1961 Topographic Map of Mt. Jefferson
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1967
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1967

About this map

Mount Jefferson anchors the intersection of several wilderness boundaries, including the Mt Hood National Forest, Willamette National Forest, and the Deschutes National Forest. This high Cascades landscape is defined by its extensive network of peaks and water bodies, centered around the settlement of Marion Forks and the nearby Marion Forks Fish Hatchery. The map documents a period of active backcountry management, shown through the presence of multiple ranger stations such as the Pamelia Lake Guard Sta and Marion Lake Guard Sta.

Transit through the area is largely defined by recreational and administrative pathways, notably the Oregon Skyline Trail and various jeep trails that navigate the high ridges. Named landmarks like Independence Rock and Pioneer Camp provide specific points of reference for those tracing historical land use or family recreational history. Glacial features like the Waldo Glacier and Jefferson Park Glacier are meticulously recorded, showing their extent prior to decades of environmental change.