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1970s Maps of Siskiyou County, California

Explore 26 historic maps of Siskiyou County from the 1970s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1970s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Siskiyou County's landscape evolved across the 1970s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1970s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Siskiyou County's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.

Siskiyou County, CA maps

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  1. 1974 Map of Orleans Mtn., 1977 Print
    1974 Map of Orleans Mtn., 1977 Print
    1974 Orleans Mtn.
    1977 Print · USGS
    The Salmon Mountains and the Klamath River confluence appear here in the mid-seventies, showing a landscape defined by deep canyons and high lookouts. Researchers can trace remote mining history at the Morehouse Mine or locate river landmarks like Murderers Bar and Butler Flat.
    2 unique versions available
  4. 1974 Map of Lonesome Ridge, 1977 Print
    1974 Map of Lonesome Ridge, 1977 Print
    1974 Lonesome Ridge
    1977 Print · USGS
    Northern California’s high backcountry in the 1970s reveals a landscape defined by deep gulches and forest service boundaries. Researchers can trace the paths to Onion Lake, Louse Camp, and the high reaches of Lonesome Ridge.
  7. 1974 Map of Bark Shanty Gulch, 1977 Print
    1974 Map of Bark Shanty Gulch, 1977 Print
    1974 Bark Shanty Gulch
    1977 Print · USGS
    The Klamath River corridor in the mid-1970s reveals a landscape of remote mountain camps and rugged forest management. Researchers can locate vanished outposts and landmarks such as Bark Shanty Camp, Beans Camp, and the riverfront Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  10. 1974 Map of Yreka NW, 1980 Print
    1974 Map of Yreka NW, 1980 Print
    1974 Yreka NW
    1980 Print · USGS
    Northern Siskiyou County is captured in the mid-seventies, showing the city of Yreka as it meets the foothills. Researchers can trace the path of Yreka Creek or locate landmarks like Manzanita Hill in this detailed aerial record.
  13. 1974 Map of Lake Shastina SW, 1980 Print
    1974 Map of Lake Shastina SW, 1980 Print
    1974 Lake Shastina SW
    1980 Print · USGS
    Siskiyou County's high-country hydrology is captured in this mid-seventies aerial survey of the California landscape. Genealogists and land researchers can trace the precise 1974 shorelines of Lake Shastina and the riparian paths of the Shastina River.
  16. 1975 Map of Medicine Lake NE, 1979 Print
    1975 Map of Medicine Lake NE, 1979 Print
    1975 Medicine Lake NE
    1979 Print · USGS
    Siskiyou County's volcanic terrain is captured in detail during the mid-seventies through this orthophoto survey. Geologists and local historians can examine the distinct textures of Whitney Butte, Schonchin Butte, and Eagle Nest Butte.
    2 unique versions available
  19. 1977 Map of Yellow Dog Peak, 1978 Print
    1977 Map of Yellow Dog Peak, 1978 Print
    1977 Yellow Dog Peak
    1978 Print · USGS
    Siskiyou County's high wilderness in the late seventies is captured here through its remote ranching outposts and rugged topography. Researchers can trace historic access routes along pack trails to Abbott Ranch, Wilson Cabin, and the heights of Yellow Dog Peak.
  22. 1977 Map of Tanners Peak, 1978 Print
    1977 Map of Tanners Peak, 1978 Print
    1977 Tanners Peak
    1978 Print · USGS
    The Klamath National Forest was still a landscape defined by its mining heritage in the late 1970s. Trace old mineral claims and trails at the Annie Johnson Mine, One Hundred Dollar Mine, and the Dredge Tailings along the river.
  25. 1977 Map of English Peak, 1978 Print
    1977 Map of English Peak, 1978 Print
    1977 English Peak
    1978 Print · USGS
    The Siskiyou backwoods come into focus in the 1970s, showing a remote landscape of alpine lakes and pack trails. Researchers can locate seasonal sites like Tom Taylor Cabin and Smith Cabin or trace the routes through Grants Meadows and Hell Hole.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1978 Map of Cecilville
    1978 Map of Cecilville
    1978 Cecilville
    1978 Print · USGS
    The Salmon River canyon in the late seventies is a rugged landscape of mining claims and remote ranches. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Yoakumville, the King Solomon Mine, and the historic holdings at Godfrey Ranch.
  31. 1978 Map of Forks of Salmon
    1978 Map of Forks of Salmon
    1978 Forks of Salmon
    1978 Print · USGS
    The confluence of the Salmon River forks comes into focus during the late 1970s, revealing a landscape shaped by mountain mining and forest service history. Local historians can trace the locations of old claims like the Bloomer Mine or the Mc Neal Mine and find family sites at Bennett Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  34. 1978 Map of Salmon Mtn.
    1978 Map of Salmon Mtn.
    1978 Salmon Mtn.
    1978 Print · USGS
    The Salmon Mountains reach their peak in the late 1970s within this high-country wilderness where three national forests converge. Trace remote ridge routes like Devils Backbone and Horse Trail Ridge to reach Mullens Camp or Red Cap Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  37. 1978 Map of Dees Peak
    1978 Map of Dees Peak
    1978 Dees Peak
    1978 Print · USGS
    Trinity County in the late 1970s is shown here as a wilderness preserved within the primitive area and national forests. Genealogists and historians can locate former mining hubs and sites like White Rock City, Old Denny, and the Boomer Mine.
    3 unique versions available
  40. 1978 Map of Medicine Mtn, 1979 Print
    1978 Map of Medicine Mtn, 1979 Print
    1978 Medicine Mtn
    1979 Print · USGS
    Siskiyou County's high country remains a primitive landscape in the 1970s, dominated by steep ridges and deep creek drainages. Follow the pack trails to find remote landmarks like Bear Skull Camp, Hamilton Camp, and Clear Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  43. 1978 Map of Sawyers Bar, 1979 Print
    1978 Map of Sawyers Bar, 1979 Print
    1978 Sawyers Bar
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Salmon River mining district comes into focus in the late 1970s, showing a rugged landscape of deep gulches and remote camps. Genealogists and historians can locate Sawyers Bar, the Bestville (Site), and numerous legacy sites like the Black Bear Mine.
  46. 1978 Map of Medford, 1994 Print
    1978 Map of Medford, 1994 Print
    1978 Medford
    1994 Print · USGS
    Southern Oregon's Bear Creek Valley comes into sharp focus during the late seventies, showing the growth of Medford and Ashland along the rail lines. Local researchers can trace the development of White City, old routes through Sams Valley, and the irrigation infrastructure at Hyatt Reservoir.
  49. 1979 Map of Youngs Peak
    1979 Map of Youngs Peak
    1979 Youngs Peak
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Salmon Mountains in the late seventies reveal a landscape shaped by historical mining and deep wilderness at the Siskiyou and Trinity county line. Researchers can trace the heritage of gold-era sites like the Knownothing Mine, Gilta Mine, and Barton Cabin.
  52. 1979 Map of Yreka
    1979 Map of Yreka
    1979 Yreka
    1979 Print · USGS
    Siskiyou County in the late seventies is a rugged landscape of deep river canyons and high mountain valleys where logging and mining history meet. Genealogists and researchers can trace old rail stops and mining sites like Klamathon, Negro Boy Mine, and the settlement of Mugginsville.
  55. 1979 Map of Grasshopper Ridge
    1979 Map of Grasshopper Ridge
    1979 Grasshopper Ridge
    1979 Print · USGS
    Siskiyou County's high country is captured here in the late seventies, showing a landscape of mining remnants and isolated ranch sites. Researchers can find Georges Ranch, the old Timber Camp, and Dredge Tailings left behind by earlier operations.
    2 unique versions available
  58. 1979 Map of Somes Bar
    1979 Map of Somes Bar
    1979 Somes Bar
    1979 Print · USGS
    The confluence of the Klamath and Salmon Rivers in the late 1970s reveals a landscape of remote mountain camps and forestry outposts. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Somes Bar, locate the Ishi Pishi Sch, and follow pack trails to Wooley Camp.
  61. 1979 Map of Fort Jones
    1979 Map of Fort Jones
    1979 Fort Jones
    1979 Print · USGS
    The northern California forest lands and deep river canyons appear here in the late seventies, a landscape shaped by timber and hard-rock mining. Researchers can trace historic operations at Mitchells Mill or family landmarks like Swiss Ranch and the Father & Son Mine.
  64. 1979 Map of Mount Shasta
    1979 Map of Mount Shasta
    1979 Mount Shasta
    1979 Print · USGS
    Upper California's mountainous landscape appears in the late seventies as a busy network of timber towns, railroads, and high-altitude mining claims. Trace the legacy of extraction and industry through the Southern Pacific rail line and sites like McCloud and the Bonanza King Mine.
    3 unique versions available
  67. 1979 Map of Cecil Lake
    1979 Map of Cecil Lake
    1979 Cecil Lake
    1979 Print · USGS
    Trinity and Siskiyou counties meet in the high backcountry during the late seventies, preserving a landscape of primitive wilderness and historical pack trails. Researchers can trace the footprints of old mountain camps and dwellings like Fosters Cabin, Hull Cabin, and Election Camp.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1979 Map of Cecilville
    1979 Map of Cecilville
    1979 Cecilville
    1979 Print · USGS
    Siskiyou County's mountain interior is mapped here in the late seventies, centered on the confluence of the river and Cecil Creek. Local history researchers can trace the locations of the King Solomon Mine, the Yoakumville (Site), and the Crawford Cr FS Station.
    3 unique versions available
  73. 1979 Map of Sawyers Bar
    1979 Map of Sawyers Bar
    1979 Sawyers Bar
    1979 Print · USGS
    The Salmon River canyon in the late seventies reveals a landscape defined by its mining heritage and isolated ranching outposts. Genealogists and historians can locate the Bestville (Site), trace the Dredge Tailings near Sawyers Bar, and find remote landmarks like Black Bear Mine and Ahlgren Ranch.
    2 unique versions available
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