2014 Map of Swauk Prairie

About this map

Swauk Prairie and its surrounding valleys in Kittitas County are defined by a complex network of drainage gulches and high ridges within the Wenatchee National Forest. At the convergence of major local routes, Lauderdale Junction serves as a central point for the ranching and timbered landscape of the early 21st century. The terrain is deeply incised by waterways such as Swauk Cr and First Cr, which flow between landmarks like Teanaway Ridge and Harness Gulch. Small residential and agricultural pockets like Hidden Valley and Green Canyon appear alongside unique modern features, including the Flying Rock Airpark. For researchers of local history, the Swauk Prairie Cem and the North Branch Canal indicate long-standing patterns of settlement and water management in this high-altitude Washington environment.