2018 Map of Elk Mountain

About this map

Elk Mountain dominates the center of this terrain, a high point within the Mendocino National Forest on the border of Lake and Mendocino counties. The map details a landscape defined by sharp ridges and deep drainages, where names like Log Ridge, Streeter Ridge, and Sled Ridge suggest a history of timber and transport. Settlement is sparse, represented by small points such as Enterprise and Vann, while Prather Mill points to the area's industrial roots. Water sources are critical here, from the headwaters of the East Fork Middle Creek to the secluded Parramore Springs and Pebble Spring. The complex network of forest roads and trails, including Bypass Connector and Ole Road, reveals the modern management of this backcountry for recreation and fire access, marking a distinct era in the utilization of the North Coast Ranges.