2020 Map of Summit

About this map

Summit and Nashville anchor this high-divide landscape where the headwaters of several major Oregon drainage systems originate. Positioned along the boundary of Benton, Lincoln, and Polk counties, the area is defined by the transition between the Yaquina River flowing west and the Marys River and Luckiamute River systems which drain toward the Willamette Valley. Genealogical interest is centered on family-named landmarks like Mays Strouts Cem, Claremont Cem, and the Summit Cem, alongside the small settlement of Happy Hollow. The terrain is characterized by high points such as Green Mtn and Little Grass Mtn, while the complex network of logging and forest roads like Logsden Rd and Nashville Rd trace the narrow canyons and ridges. Notable water features include the secluded Hamar Lake and several springs, including Strout Spring, which support the local hydrology near the crest of the Coast Range.