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1969 Map of Mt Spickard

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Mt Spickard
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

The North Cascades National Park straddles the international boundary in this 1969 field survey, showcasing the high-elevation terrain of Whatcom County. Dominating the northwest corner, Mount Spickard and Mount Rahm rise from the Custer Ridge, overlooking the high alpine waters of Silver Lake. The landscape is defined by its drainage systems, with Little Beaver Creek and its many tributaries, such as Perry Creek and Mist Creek, carving deep valleys through the mountain range.

Evidence of human passage through this wilderness is centered on the Pack Trail network, which provides the primary access route through the interior. A notable landmark for backcountry travelers is the Perry Creek Shelter, located along the banks of Little Beaver Creek. To the east, the map captures a portion of the Ross Lake Nat Recreation Area, marking the transition between the strictly protected parklands and the surrounding recreational zones along the Canada United States border.