2017 Map of Swauk Prairie

About this map

Swauk Prairie occupies a distinct geological bench in the Kittitas Valley, where open grasslands meet the rising slopes of the Wenatchee National Forest. This 2017 survey details the complex interface of irrigation and natural drainage, with the North Branch Canal cutting across the southern terrain while the Teanaway River and Swauk Creek provide natural watercourses. The local road network, including Swauk Prairie Rd and Liberty Rd, reflects the area's rural development and access to high-country features like Teanaway Ridge and Crystal Ridge. Genealogists and local historians can locate the Swauk Prairie Cem and the settlement at Lauderdale Junction, providing concrete markers of the community's footprint. The map also highlights the transition from valley floor to the high gulches, such as Deer Gulch and Harness Gulch, illustrating the land's dual role for residential life and forest management.