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1980 Map of Ruby Hill

Name: 1980 Topographic Map of Ruby Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1993
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1993

About this map

Mining operations define the high ridges and steep drainages of this Okanogan County landscape, where the settlement of Ruby sits nestled below the peaks. Early industrial efforts are preserved through numerous labels for local claims, including the First Thought Mine, Last Chance Mine, and Arlington Mine situated along Arlington Ridge. These sites, along with the Fourth of July Mine, point to a history of extraction that shaped the local economy and movement through the terrain.

Water sources like Salmon Creek and the curiously named Woolloomooloo Creek carve through the mountains, while higher elevations feature landmarks such as Wright Mtn and Windy Hill. To the southeast, the Clover Cem and a distinct Coulee provide evidence of rural life and natural geological formations outside the primary mining corridors. The presence of numerous springs, including Dorian Spring, highlights the critical importance of water access for both residents and mining ventures in this arid region.