1983 Map of Cedarville

About this map

Fort Bidwell and the historic settlements of the Surprise Valley define the landscape of northeastern California in this 1983 survey. The terrain is dominated by the steep ascent of the Warner Mountains, which separate the expansive waters of Goose Lake from the alkaline basins to the east, including Upper Surprise Lake and Middle Alkali Lake. This geography creates a distinct settlement pattern where towns like Lake City and Cedarville are positioned along the narrow interface between the mountains and the valley floor.