2021 Map of Elk Mountain

About this map

Mendocino National Forest encompasses this high-altitude landscape in the northern Coast Ranges, where steep ridges and deep canyons define the border between Mendocino and Lake counties. The 2021 topography highlights a complex network of forest trails and access roads, such as the Penny Pines Access Trl and Bacon Camp Trl, which navigate the slopes of major summits like Horse Mtn and Elk Mtn. Historically significant points include the settlement of Enterprise in the north and Parramore Springs to the east, reflecting the area's legacy of remote mountain habitation and natural spring sites. The drainage patterns of Rice Fork and W Fork Middle Cr illustrate the watershed's role in the regional hydrology. This modern survey details the transition from high peaks like Bear Peak to specialized terrain features like Salt Glade and Bevans Flat.