1962 Map of Davis Creek

About this map

The XL Ranch Indian Reservation and the Southern Pacific rail line anchor this study of the northeastern California landscape in the early 1960s. Settled pockets like Davis Creek and ranching operations including Crowder Ranch and Joseph Creek Ranch are connected by a network of primary roads and remote jeep trails. The terrain is dominated by the Warner Mountains, where high peaks such as Bald Mountain and Cedar Mountain overlook numerous water sources including the North Fork Pit River and the Lauer Reservoir. Local landmarks like the Chimney Rock Historical Mon and a Quarantine Station near the XL Ranch suggest the historical layering of land use, from indigenous heritage to ranching and early commerce. Recreation is also evident at the Plum Valley Campground and Cedar Pass Campground, situated within the boundaries of the Modoc National Forest.