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2020 Map of Nile

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Nile
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Nile sits at the center of this mountain landscape, positioned where Nile Cr joins the Naches River corridor. The geography is defined by a series of steep drainages and prominent ridges that divide the Snoqualmie National Forest, including the high ground of Cleman Mtn to the northeast and Bethel Ridge spanning the southern reaches. The map documents a rural network of forest roads and small residential lanes like Elk Valley Ln and Chuckarut Ln that follow the natural contours of the Nile Valley.

From the heights of Eagle Rock to the flats of Sanford Pasture, the terrain varies significantly, revealing how water and relief have shaped human access. Landforms such as Cowpuncher Ridge and Carmack Canyon carry names that reflect the region's agricultural and ranching heritage. The detailed drainage system, featuring Rattlesnake Creek and Indian Cr, illustrates the complex watershed that feeds into the larger river systems of Yakima County.