2020 Map of Packwood

About this map

Packwood serves as a central hub in this high-altitude landscape of Lewis County, where the valley of the Cowlitz River carves through the protected wilderness of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. This 2020 record details a complex drainage network feeding into the river, including Willame Creek and Johnson Creek. The topography is defined by prominent peaks and ridges such as Pompey Peak and Smith Ridge, alongside massive geological features like Cougar Rocks and the distinctive Goat Dike. Human infrastructure is concentrated near the valley floor, evidenced by Packwood Airport and the engineered Tail Race near the river's bend. To the north, the label Big Bottom identifies the floodplain, while higher elevations reveal remote alpine features like Snyder Lake and Hager Lake. The map provides a clear look at the intersection of forest management boundaries and the local road network including Skate Creek Road S.