1955 Map of Coffee Creek

About this map

Klamath National Forest, Shasta National Forest, and Trinity National Forest converge in this mid-century survey of the high northern California wilderness. The landscape is defined by the Scott Mountains and the intricate drainage of Coffee Creek, where a cluster of mining interests and rustic outposts mark the human footprint. Remote operations like the Dorleska Mine, Yellow Rose Mine, and Liberty Mine are documented alongside established landmarks such as the Coffee Creek Ranch and The Cedars. High-altitude cabins, including the Schlomberg Cabin and Wolford Cabin, suggest a pattern of seasonal use by packers and miners. The terrain is notably water-rich, featuring dozens of alpine lakes like Stoddard Lake, Washbasin Lake, and Telephone Lake tucked beneath prominent summits such as Caribou Mtn and Ycatapom Peak.