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2011 Map of Sinker Mountain

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Sinker Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Sinker Mountain dominates this portion of the Cascade Range in Lane County, where a network of forest roads and hiking trails navigates a complex system of ridges and drainages. The landscape is defined by landmarks like Elephant Rock and the high points of Gold Point and Marine Ridge, which separate various tributaries of the Middle Fork Willamette River watershed. Human activity is marked by remote outposts and infrastructure, such as the Highland Cabin and the Ironside Mine located in the eastern hills near Billy Creek.

Water plays a central role in the topography, with major corridors like Fall Creek and Chalk Creek cutting through the terrain. Evidence of the area's recreational use is found at the Elk Camp Shelter and Delp Creek Shelter, alongside small alpine features like Scout Lake. The map reveals how local transit, including Big Fall Creek Rd, follows the natural contours of the land, providing access to these isolated forest interior locations.