1979 Map of Cecilville

About this map

Yoakumville (Site) sits along the South Fork Salmon River in this 1970s record of a storied California mining district. The landscape of the Klamath National Forest is heavily marked by gold-era industry, showing multiple named excavations including the White Bear Mine, Starveout Mine, and the King Solomon Mine. These mining operations are linked by a network of steep canyons and gulches, such as Butcher Gulch and Fourth of July Gulch, that feed into the main river channel. Local habitation is reflected in outlying sites like Godfrey Ranch, Blue Ridge Ranch, and McDowell Camp. The map also captures the essential infrastructure of this mountain terrain, from numerous Cable Crossings over the river to the Crawford Cr FS Station near the eastern boundary, providing a precise view of the region's mid-century rural and industrial layout.