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2011 Map of Skykomish

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Skykomish serves as the central hub for this high-elevation landscape, where the South Fork Skykomish River and Tye River meet. The geography is defined by steep relief, anchored by Beckler Peak and Sobieski Mountain, while a network of glacial lakes including Maloney Lakes, Top Lake, and Evans Lake dot the higher ridges. The influence of the Forest Service is evident throughout the region, with the Skykomish District Ranger Office located near the town center and multiple recreational sites such as the Beckler River Campground and Foss River Camp established along the valley floors.

Transportation corridors follow the natural river bends, featuring the Skykomish State Airport and infrastructure like the South Fork Skykomish River Bridge. Logging and forest management routes, such as Foss River Rd NE and various National Forest Development roads, provide the primary access into the surrounding peaks. This map illustrates the intersection of small-town settlement and protected wilderness, showcasing how human infrastructure clings to the narrow river valleys beneath the looming Maloney Ridge.