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1967 Map of Alder Springs

Name: 1967 Topographic Map of Alder Springs
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

Mendocino National Forest defines this high-elevation landscape in Glenn County, where the topography is shaped by a dense network of ridges and canyons. The settlement at Alder Springs and nearby Camp Ellendale serve as primary points of interest in a region largely dominated by forestry and seasonal water sources. The map documents an intricate system of backcountry access, from the Kilgore Jeep Trail to various unnamed pack trails that connect remote landmarks like Fiddlers Green and the Hardin Hole depression.

Water resources are meticulously recorded, highlighting the importance of isolated springs such as Hummingbird Spring, Bathtub Spring, and Manzanita Spring for wildlife and forestry management. Along the southern edge, the Sanhedrin Ridge rises above the Valley View Orchard, suggesting small-scale agricultural efforts amidst the timber. The presence of Forks Reservoir and numerous creek systems like Grindstone Creek illustrate the watershed's role in the regional geography during the mid-1960s.