1993 Map of Davis Creek

About this map

Warner Mountains rise sharply in this northeastern corner of California, where the rugged peaks and drainage basins of the Modoc National Forest overlook a series of historic valley settlements. Small communities like Davis Creek, Linnville, and Franklin line the western foothills, connected by a network of unimproved roads and four-wheel-drive trails. The landscape is defined by its complex hydrology, with the North Fork, Middle Fork, and South Fork converging near the valley floor. High-altitude landmarks such as Buck Mountain and Little Baldy dominate the eastern topography, while resource management is evident in features like the Halls Meadows Reservoir and the Aqueduct system that skirts the foothills. This map documents a sparsely populated but active ranching and forest landscape, recording numerous isolated water sources like Needle Grass Spring and Benton Meadow Spring that were vital for local survival and industry.