2015 Map of Balls Ferry

About this map

The Sacramento River carves through this northern California landscape, serving as the central artery for a region defined by its broad river plains and seasonal watercourses. Near the riverbanks, the Balls Ferry Fishing Resort and the Balls Ferry Bridge mark a historic crossing point that has long connected the area’s agricultural and recreational interests. To the north, the Stillwater Plains and Millville Plains sit above the river valley, characterized by a grid of rural roads like Dersch Rd and Millville Plains Rd. Cultural landmarks such as the Parkville Cemetery near Parkville provide essential points of interest for genealogists tracing local families. The southern portion of the map transitions into the Sacramento Valley, where the confluence of Battle Creek, Cottonwood Creek, and Patterson Cr creates a complex system of islands including Rancherie Island, Reading Island, and Bloody Island.