2017 Map of Purcell Mountain

About this map

Purcell Mountain and the surrounding high country of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest dominate this landscape, characterized by dramatic peaks and complex drainage systems. The northern reaches are defined by a network of creeks including Willame Cr and Silver Cr, feeding into the isolated Willame Lake. As the terrain descends toward the Cowlitz River valley, the topography shifts from steep ridges like Whalehead Ridge and Cockscomb Mtn to the flatter agricultural and residential stretches of Big Bottom. This transition is marked by the presence of Cora Bridge and a network of county roads such as Silverbrook Rd and Davis Creek Rd that parallel the river. Local landmarks like The Pothole and Little Paradise reflect the unique geography of this Lewis County region, while Pompey Peak stands as a significant lookout point in the southern portion of the quadrangle.