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2020 Map of Twin Lakes Mountain

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Twin Lakes Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Twin Lakes Mtn and its namesake high-altitude waters anchor this high-elevation corner of the Umpqua National Forest in the southern Cascade Range. The landscape is defined by its complex drainage network, where Copeland Cr and French Cr carve deep valleys between prominent peaks like Doehead Mtn and Buckhead Mtn. Small alpine wetlands and openings, including Sheep Prairie and Cow Prairie, suggest the high-country meadows used for seasonal grazing or habitat.

Modern forest management is evident through an extensive system of forest service roads, such as Nfst-2715720, which provide access to geological landmarks like Raven Rock and Little Black Rock. Small, named catchments like Alligator Lake and Mud Lake dot the ridges, illustrating the glacial and volcanic history that shaped this Douglas County terrain. The Twin Lakes Loop represents the localized trail and road infrastructure used for fire management and backcountry recreation in this timber-rich region.