1989 Map of Bunker Creek

About this map

The Rogue National Wild and Scenic River dominates this landscape, carving a deep canyon through the Klamath Mountains at the border of Josephine, Douglas, and Curry counties. This late-1980s survey documents the hazardous navigable character of the waterway, naming specific navigational points like Slim Pickins Rapids, Russian Rapids, and Windy Creek Chute. Evidence of the region’s mineral history is found at the Benton Mine and Reno Mine, while remote human activity is noted at Whiskey Creek Cabin and various seasonal sites such as Trappers Camp. The intricate network of drainages, including Bunker Creek and Kelsey Creek, illustrates the complex hydrology of this steep terrain, where early transport relied on trails like Telephone Hole Riffle rather than established roads.