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2012 Map of Belden

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Belden
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Belden sits at the confluence of Pauls Cr and the No Fork Feather River, marking a focal point of activity in this mountainous region of Northern California. The landscape is defined by its industrial and geological history, anchored by the Ebbe Stamp Mill and the striking formations of Castle Rocks. Mining and timber heritage is evident in the naming of flats and hollows such as Milkhouse Flat, Myrtle Flat, and Wallack Hollow.

Water resources are abundant, with numerous drainages like Chips Cr, Grizzly Cr, and Indian Cr carving through the terrain. High-altitude points such as Mount Hope and Humbug Summit provide topographic context for the area's network of Forest Service roads, including Humbug Rd. The southern portion of the map highlights the proximity of Chips Lake and Morris Lake, while the eastern edge features the specialized topography of Blue Lead Gulch and Cottonwood Meadow.