1963 Map of Silver Star Mountain

About this map

Silver Star Mtn serves as the focal point of this 1963 field-checked topographic study, where the high-altitude drainage systems of the Okanogan National Forest are meticulously detailed. The landscape is defined by its dramatic crests, including the precipitous Vasiliki Ridge and Kangaroo Ridge, which channel meltwater into complex creek networks. Notable water bodies such as Shelokum Lake, Varden Lake, and the curiously named Mudhole Lake are shown tucked between these granite divides. The map captures a transitional era for the region's wilderness management, illustrating the established Early Winters Trail and Butte Trail before the southern portion was formally designated within the Chelan-Sawtooth Wilderness. These footpaths follow natural corridors like Early Winters Creek, providing a record of the primitive access routes through the North Cascades prior to modern recreation infrastructure.