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2020 Map of Waldo Lake

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

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Waldo Lake dominates this high-altitude landscape within the Willamette National Forest, surrounded by a complex network of glacial basins and alpine meadows. The eastern shoreline is defined by recreational access points like Shadow Bay and Klovdahl Bay, while the western slopes of the Cascade Range drop sharply toward Black Creek and the notable Lillian Falls.

Tracing the topography reveals a transition from water-rich basins to volcanic summits, including Fuji Mtn and Maiden Peak. For researchers of the region's wilderness development, the map details a sophisticated trail system, from the world-renowned Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail to localized routes like the Jim Weaver Loop and specialized winter paths such as the Birthday Lakes Nordic trail. These labels reflect the 21st-century management of the forest for both high-impact recreation and watershed preservation.