2017 Map of Rainbow Falls

About this map

Meskill serves as a central reference point in this landscape where the Chehalis River winds through the southern reaches, punctuated by the cascades of Rainbow Falls. The terrain is defined by a dense network of drainage systems, with the Lincoln Creek Valley stretching across the north and the sprawling basin of Bunker Creek occupying the central territory. Settlement patterns follow the river and creek bottoms, with namesake roads like Meskill Rd, Lincoln Creek Rd, and Bunker Creek Rd providing access to the fertile lowlands between rising timberlands. The convergence of numerous tributaries, including Prairie Creek and Nicholson Creek, into the larger river system illustrates the historical importance of water for transportation and early industry in this part of Washington.