2011 Map of Wahtum Lake

About this map

Wahtum Lake serves as a central hydrological landmark in this high-elevation portion of the Cascades, where the headwaters of several significant drainage systems originate. The landscape is defined by a series of prominent peaks and ridges, including Chinidere Mountain, Tomlike Mountain, and Sawtooth Mountain, which separate the watersheds of Eagle Creek to the west and the West Fork Hood River to the east. This 2011 survey reveals a complex network of forest roads and trails that provide access to remote water bodies like Black Lake, Ottertail Lake, and Scout Lake. Notable landmarks for hikers and backcountry travelers include the site of Tunnel Falls and the named water sources at Indian Springs and Smokey Spring. The presence of features such as Four One Half Mile Bridge and the various named branches like Long Branch Creek and Lake Branch illustrate the intricate topographical grain of this protected forest environment.