1982 Map of Damnation Peak

About this map

The Trinity Mountains dominate this 1982 survey of the rugged Shasta-Trinity border, revealing a landscape shaped by early industry and seasonal ranching. The presence of the Lamoine Mill (Site) and the Tollhouse along the eastern slopes suggests a legacy of timber extraction and mountain transit, while temporary outposts like Heavey Sheep Camp and Sugar Pine Sheep Camp indicate the grazing patterns of the era. The northwestern corner is defined by the expansive Clair Engle Lake and Lewiston Lake, which stand in contrast to the high, dry ridges like McKinsey Ridge and Topnotch Ridge. From the depths of Damnation Creek to the summit of Damnation Peak, the map documents a transition from the water-rich recreation areas of the Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area to the mining history found at Caves Mine.