1967 Map of Cahto Peak

About this map

Cahto Peak and Signal Peak dominate this section of the Coast Range, where the drainage systems of Tenmile Creek and the South Fork Eel River begin to diverge. The landscape is defined by a dense network of ridges and watercourses, including the remote Admiral Standley State Recreation Area and the Laytonville Rancheria on the eastern edge. Local history is anchored by the small settlement of Branscomb in the southwest, while more ephemeral landmarks like the Lookout Tower and Radio Facility atop the peaks indicate the era's fire watch and communication infrastructure. Genealogists may note the Cem located near Branscomb, while old routes such as the Peterson Trail and various unnamed jeep trails provide evidence of early access through the timbered heights of Black Oak Mtn and Sand Rock.