2011 Map of Tiptop

About this map

Tiptop and the surrounding high country of Chelan County are defined by a complex network of forest roads and drainages. The landscape transitions from the open valley of Camas Land in the north to the sharp relief of Tronsen Ridge and Red Hill in the south. This area serves as a significant watershed, where Little Camas Creek, Sand Creek, and Mission Creek carve through the terrain, creating prominent landforms like Poison Canyon and the steep descent of Devils Gulch. Transportation in this modern era relies on routes such as Camas Creek Rd and Five Mile Cr Rd, which provide access to recreational points like Bonanza Campground near the banks of Tronsen Creek. The map documents the intricate topography of the eastern Cascades foothills, showing how modern forest management and recreational infrastructure have integrated with the natural geography of the Wenatchee National Forest area.