2023 Map of Toledo

About this map

Toledo sits at a strategic crossing of the Cowlitz River, serving as a focal point for the surrounding prairie lands in this 2023 survey. The landscape is defined by its distinct agrarian and alluvial zones, including Cowlitz Prairie, Lacamas Prairie, and Layton Prairie, which have historically supported the region's development. North of the river, the Ed Carlson Memorial Field - South Lewis County Airport occupies a prominent position on the prairie, while the settlement of Cowlitz marks the transition toward the river valley. The map is particularly useful for genealogical research, documenting several local burial grounds such as Toledo Cem, Saint Francis Cem, Lone Hill Cem, and Roberts Cem. To the south, the terrain becomes more varied as it rises into the Wilkes Hills and descends into Smokey Valley, with numerous drainage systems like Salmon Creek and Pin Creek shaping the topography near the Lewis Co Cowlitz Co border.