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2011 Map of Packsaddle Mountain

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Packsaddle Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Mink Lake Basin dominates this portion of the Oregon Cascades, revealing a high-elevation landscape defined by dozens of small alpine lakes and seasonal water bodies. The South Fork McKenzie River winds through the drainage, supported by tributaries such as Wildcat Creek and Eugene Creek. Strategic structures for backcountry travelers are noted on the map, specifically the Mink Lake Shelter and Cliff Lake Shelter, situated near the concentration of water bodies like Goose Lake and Island Lake.

The terrain rises significantly at Packsaddle Mountain and Horse Mountain, with established clearings and grazing areas identified at Reilly Meadows and Reserve Meadow. The map also captures several flat basins including Corral Flat and Cougar Flat, illustrating the diverse topography of the Lane County wilderness. Named lakes such as Questionmark Lake, Dumbbell Lake, and Nightshade Lakes highlight the density of the local hydrology used by outdoorsmen and researchers.