2015 Map of Bluenose Ridge

About this map

Mendocino National Forest defines the character of this 2015 survey, which straddles the rugged boundary between Trinity and Mendocino counties. The landscape is dominated by high-altitude features and clearings, including Jose Opening and the broad plateau of Big Flat. Named for its prominent peaks and ridgelines, the area features significant landmarks like Castle Peak and Buck Mtn, while Crazy Bear Pass provides a transition between drainage basins. A network of creeks, including the winding Hulls Cr, Pepperwood Cr, and Cassoose Cr, carves through the forest, revealing the complex topography of Asa Bean Ridge and the eponymous Bluenose Ridge. Human presence is sparse, represented by Hulls Valley Rd and specialized locations like Lightning Camp Ridge, emphasizing the remote, wilderness character of these northern California highlands.