1957 Map of Spirit Lake

About this map

The Cowlitz River and Cispus River dominate the northern landscape of this 1950s survey, showing the region before the creation of the Cowlitz Falls Reservoir. Small settlements like Kosmos and Glenoma are visible along the river valleys, where a Logging Railroad and various gravel pits indicate an active timber and resource economy. To the south, the deep waters of Spirit Lake are surrounded by a thriving recreational community including the Spirit Lake Lodge, St Helens Lodge, and several organizational camps such as the Boy Scout Camp and YMCA Camp.