2022 Map of Barkley Mountain

About this map

Lassen National Forest terrain dominates this survey of the southern Cascades foothills, where the landscape is defined by deep creek drainages and high volcanic plateaus. The historic Lassen Trail winds through the center of the sheet, providing a modern spatial context for the path taken by early California emigrants. Remote settlements like Black Rock and Yellowjacket are situated among a complex network of forest roads, including Ponderosa Way and Bucks Flat Rd. High points such as Barkley Mtn and Flatiron Mtn overlook significant watercourses like Mill Creek and Deer Creek. The map documents a land of seasonal springs, such as Sheep Camp Spring and Obe Fields Spring, and distinctive landmarks like The Narrows and McCarthy Point, illustrating how the geography of the Lassen area continues to be shaped by its drainage systems.