1981 Map of Beegum

About this map

Platina and the settlement of Beegum serve as the primary human outposts in this landscape defined by the intersection of three counties and two national forests. The map illustrates a remote territory where the Shasta National Forest and Trinity National Forest meet across complex terrain. Notable landmarks like Sugarloaf Mtn and Beegum Peak rise above the deep cut of the Beegum Gorge, while the presence of the Chrome Mine (Site) and various Prospects suggests the area's mineral interests. Life in this corner of the state is anchored by isolated family operations, including the Whiteman Ranch, Moore Ranch, and Foss Ranch. Federal oversight is visible through the Yolla Bolly District Ranger Station and Harrison Gulch Ranger Station, highlighting the area's role as a managed timber and watershed resource.