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1989 Map of Wahpenayo Peak

Name: 1989 Topographic Map of Wahpenayo Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1989
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1989

About this map

Longmire stands as a focal point in the northern portion of this landscape, situated near the Nisqually River at the gateway to Mt Rainier National Park. The terrain is characterized by the high elevations of the Tatoosh Range, where Wahpenayo Peak dominates the skyline. This area represents a complex meeting of jurisdictional boundaries and conservation efforts, including the Tatoosh Wilderness and parts of the Snoqualmie National Forest and Gifford Pinchot National Forest.

Evidence of resource management and early infrastructure is scattered throughout the drainages of Skate Creek and Johnson Creek, including a Quarry and a Borrow Pit. Local navigation is defined by natural landmarks like Bear Prairie and Silver Creek Pass, while the presence of a Sewage Disposal Plant and Water Tanks near the campground reflects the development of the park's administrative and visitor facilities during the late 20th century.