2011 Map of Quartzville

About this map

Quartzville and the Lone Star site anchor this topographical study of the Cascade foothills within the Willamette National Forest. This region is defined by a dense network of watercourses, where Quartzville Creek and its many tributaries, including Cedar Creek and Savage Creek, carve through the complex terrain of Galena Ridge and White Bull Mountain. The southern portion of the map is dominated by the winding path of the Middle Santiam River, which receives flow from high-altitude drainages like Crash Creek and Sixes Creek. The nomenclature of the peaks and passes—such as Red Heifer Pass, Gold Peak, and Chimney Peak—points to the area's history of mineral exploration and rugged wilderness navigation. The presence of Edison Gulch and Dry Gulch further illustrates the varied drainage patterns and geological features of this mountain landscape during the early 21st century.