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1978 Map of Dees Peak

Name: 1978 Topographic Map of Dees Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

The Salmon Trinity Alps Primitive Area defines the character of this 1970s terrain, revealing a landscape where high-altitude mining history and seasonal camps are preserved as archaeological sites. The map documents several ghost towns and historic locations identified only as sites, including White Rock City (Site), Marysville (Site), and Lake City (Site). These former settlements, along with a small Cem near White Rock City, speak to the ephemeral nature of mountain boomtowns in the California wilderness.

Gold and mineral extraction are evident through the presence of the Sherwood Mine, Hunter Mine, and Boomer Mine, all situated near steep ridges and watercourses like Sherwood Creek and Battle Creek. Remote habitation is marked by landmarks such as Emmons Cabin and Megram Cabin, while topographical features like Dees Peak and the Virgin Creek Buttes overlook a complex network of pack trails that provided the only access to these isolated outposts.