1955 Map of Coffee Creek

About this map

The Salmon River and Coffee Creek define the complex drainage systems of this high-elevation landscape where the Klamath, Shasta, and Trinity national forests meet. In the mid-1950s, the region was a hub of small-scale mining and seasonal ranching, marked by numerous claims such as the Dorleska Mine, Yellow Rose Mine, and Lady Slipper Mine. Isolated cabins and meadows provided seasonal shelter for land users, including the Wolford Cabin, Schlomberg Cabin, and Steevele Meadow. The presence of the Coffee Creek Guard Sta and Goldfield Campground indicates the early development of forest management and recreational access. High peaks like Deadman Peak, Sawtooth Ridge, and Ycatapom Peak surround a dense network of alpine lakes, from Long Gulch Lake to the South Fork Lakes, accessible only by a system of foot trails and rugged jeep paths that reflect the area's physical isolation before modern highway improvements.