1982 Map of Bear Peak

About this map

Klamath National Forest encompasses the majority of this high-elevation landscape in Siskiyou County, dominated by the prominent summit of Bear Peak. The terrain is defined by a series of steep drainages and ridges, including the Kelsey Range and the Dillon Divide. Water is central to this interior mountain environment, featuring both Bear Lake and Lower Bear Lake, alongside seasonal and permanent sources like Elbow Spring and Dry Lake. The map details a complex network of watercourses, such as the South Fork Clear Creek and Swillup Creek, which carve through the forest. Evidence of recreational use is minimal, though a Campground is noted along Clear Creek, suggesting the area's utility for outdoor transit and seasonal occupation during the early 1980s.