2020 Map of Toutle

About this map

Toutle and the settlement of Sightly are centered in this survey of the Cowlitz County landscape, where the confluence of the North Fork Toutle River and South Fork Toutle River shapes the local topography. The map illustrates a network of drainage systems feeding these primary forks, including Studebaker Cr, Hemlock Cr, and Outlet Cr. The elevation is punctuated by Beigle Mtn, while the built environment is largely defined by rural road networks like S Toutle Rd and Sightly Rd. A notable crossing is found at the Coal Bank Bridge over the North Fork, reflecting the historical infrastructure used to navigate this water-rich timber and mountain country. The terrain transition between these river valleys and the rising peaks highlights the persistent natural boundaries that dictate settlement patterns in this part of Washington.