2017 Map of Upper Soda

About this map

The Santiam Wagon Road serves as a central artery through this portion of the Willamette National Forest, tracing the historic transportation corridor along the South Santiam River. In the settlement of Upper Soda, the landscape transitions from the river valley into the high elevations of the Cascade Range. This 2017 survey highlights the persistent legacy of 19th-century transit, showing the Old Santiam Wagon Rd winding through the terrain near modern forest infrastructure. To the south, Gordon Lakes and various mountain drainages like Trout Creek and Boulder Creek define the hydrology of the area. Distinctive landmarks such as Rooster Rock and Moose Mountain overlook a complex network of forest development roads, illustrating the modern management of these timberlands and their role in Oregon’s outdoor and industrial history.