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1988 Map of Mt. Washington

Name: 1988 Topographic Map of Mt. Washington
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

Mt Washington towers over a landscape shaped by volcanic activity and historical transit routes at the meeting of Linn, Lane, and Deschutes counties. The presence of the Cache Creek Toll Station (Historical) along the Old Santiam Wagon Road highlights the importance of this corridor for early trans-Cascades travel. The terrain is dominated by geological landmarks like Belknap Crater and Little Belknap, which showcase the area's volcanic history.

Modern recreation and preservation efforts are evident through the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail and the boundaries of the Mt Washington Wilderness. To the south, McKenzie Pass and the Dee Wright Observatory serve as notable points of interest for visitors navigating the transition between the Willamette National Forest and the Deschutes National Forest. Small alpine water bodies, such as George Lake and Lava Camp Lake, dot the forest, providing isolated landmarks for backcountry travelers.