1997 Map of Union Creek

About this map

The Rogue River carves a dramatic path through the Cascades in this late 20th-century survey of the Rogue River National Forest. The map focuses on the geological and recreational corridor where the river disappears into the volcanic conduits of the Natural Bridge, a significant natural landmark near the small settlement of Union Creek. The hydrology of the area is further defined by the Rogue River Gorge and the convergence of several drainages, including Castle Creek and Prairie Creek. High-elevation landmarks like Anderson Mountain, Wolf Peak, and Mount Stella border the deep river valley, while the Rogue-Umpqua Scenic Byway provides the primary transit route through this timbered landscape. The inclusion of the Rogue Umpqua Divide Wilderness boundary reflects the area's transition toward protected forest management during this era.