1958 Map of Butte Meadows

About this map

Butte Meadows serves as a central point of reference in this mid-century survey of the high country spanning the Tehama and Butte County line. The map captures a landscape defined by forest management and seasonal mountain work, featuring a dense network of forest roads like Ponderosa Way and Humbug Rd. Small settlements and named camps such as Campbellville, Savercool Place, and Hawkins Camp suggest the legacy of early ranching and logging in the Lassen National Forest. Evidence of fire lookout infrastructure is prominent at Windy Cut Lookout and Colby Mtn Lookout. The terrain is marked by dramatic watercourses including Deer Creek and Big Chico Creek, alongside curiously named landmarks like Devils Parade Ground and the Devils Kitchen. This survey preserves the locations of vital water sources for mountain travel, including Bennett Spring and Soda Springs.