1969 Map of Bull Creek

About this map

Humboldt Redwoods State Park dominates the eastern landscape of this 1969 survey, where the protected groves meet the drainage of Bull Creek. The map documents a rugged terrain defined by significant elevation changes, from peaks like South Rainbow Peak and Thomas Hill down to the winding course of the Mattole River and its Upper North Fork. This era shows a transition in land use, where established holdings like Rainbow Ranch and Mann Ranch sit alongside developing recreation infrastructure, including the Albee Creek Campground and Cuneo Campground. Notable localized details for the historian include the Bull Creek Cem and various remote landings, such as the Landing Strip and Jeep Trail networks that navigate high ridges like Rainbow Ridge and Long Ridge. The presence of a Gaging Station and a Quarry suggests a landscape managed for both its natural resources and its vital water systems.