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1979 Map of Blake Mountain

Name: 1979 Topographic Map of Blake Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

Six Rivers National Forest and Trinity National Forest meet along a ridge-dominated landscape in this 1970s survey. The area is defined by a dense network of high ridges, including Pilot Ridge, Hazen Ridge, and Bailey Ridge, which provide the foundation for a legacy of backcountry occupation. Cultural remnants are scattered throughout the forest, such as the Becker Cabin (Site) and the Becker Racetrack, suggesting a history of high-altitude ranching or recreational use.

Strategic vantage points like the Eightmile Lookout and several named clearings such as Severin Openings and Carson Opening break the timberline. Water sources are critical in this terrain, marked by a high density of named springs including Pistol Spring, Happy Jack Spring, and Cold Spring. Transportation relies on a complex system of jeep and pack trails, including the Last Chance Trail (Jeep), which navigate the steep descent toward the Mad River and the South Fork Mountain range.