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1988 Map of Bull Flat

Name: 1988 Topographic Map of Bull Flat
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1989
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1989

About this map

Skedaddle Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in northeastern California, marking a rugged transition near the Nevada state line. This late-1980s topography reveals a remote territory defined by its water sources, with numerous named springs such as Rag House Spring and Tin House Spring providing essential resources for the Skedaddle Ranch and the transient Bull Flat Camp. The presence of these named camps and springs suggests a history of cattle ranching and seasonal occupation in the shadow of Hot Springs Peak.

Transportation through this portion of Lassen County is limited to primitive 4WD tracks that navigate the ridges and canyons. Notable water features like Wild Horse Reservoir and Gilman Spring are key landmarks in this arid environment. The map also captures industrial footprints such as a Borrow Pit and a remote Well, illustrating the minimal but vital human infrastructure required to support life and work in this corner of the Great Basin.