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2003 Map of Peshastin

Name: 2003 Topographic Map of Peshastin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2006
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2006

About this map

The Wenatchee River flows through a landscape defined by sharp elevation changes and agricultural utility at the start of the 21st century. The settlements of Peshastin and Dryden serve as the primary hubs, connected by the historical Sunset Highway. The map reveals a valley tightly managed for transit and industry, evidenced by the presence of a Siphon, a Gaging Sta, and the Substa near the riverbanks.

Beyond the valley floor, the terrain rises into the Wenatchee National Forest, where numerous drainages such as Derby Canyon and Williams Canyon cut through the high ground. Cultural landmarks like the Drive-In Theater and the Cem near the river provide specific points of interest for local historians. Geologic features are prominent, most notably the Peshastin Pinnacles and Blag Mountain, illustrating the transition from the fertile river corridor to the rugged high country.