2015 Map of Cecil Lake

About this map

Klamath National Forest and Trinity National Forest meet in this high-altitude landscape along the Siskiyou and Trinity county line. The map highlights a series of alpine water bodies, including Cecil Lake, Mullane Lake, and Rattlesnake Lake, nestled among prominent landforms such as Limestone Ridge and Blue Ridge. Early routes and mountain crossings are represented by Chikoot Pass and Election Gap, which provide passage between the drainage basins of the N Fork Trinity River and the E Fork New River. The presence of Last Chance Spring and Bear Valley indicates the critical importance of water and grazing meadows in this remote wilderness. This 2015 survey documents the enduring physical geography and primitive trail network of the Cabin Peak area, providing essential context for understanding the historic divide between these two northern California counties.