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2017 Map of Riley Lake

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Riley Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Jim Creek serves as a prominent focal point in this portion of the Stillaguamish River watershed, where the foothills of the North Cascades meet the lowland valleys of Snohomish County. The topography is defined by significant elevations such as Wheeler Mtn and Blue Mtn, which overlook a complex network of glacial lakes and mountain drainages. The landscape transitions from the protected timberlands of the Mount Baker National Forest on the eastern edge to the developed logging and access routes around Ebey Hill.

A high concentration of water bodies, including the Chain Lakes, Twin Lakes, and Riley Lake, suggests a terrain shaped by historical glaciation. These features, along with the Jordan Ponds and Dahlberg Ponds further south, indicate a landscape that is both ecologically diverse and traditionally utilized for resource management. The map details a sophisticated network of forest roads, such as Ebey Mountain RD and Nat For Dev RD 035, providing a clear view of how these highlands are accessed and managed.