2023 Map of Elk Spring

About this map

McCloud anchors the southwestern edge of this landscape, where the town's industrial footprint is defined by routes such as Mill Rd and Haul Rd. The terrain is shaped by the volcanic influence of the nearby peaks, with the drainage of Mud Creek and Pilgrim Creek cutting through the Shasta National Forest. A notable concentration of spring-fed water sources, including Elk Spring, Widow Spring, and Esperanza Spring, highlights the critical hydrology of this timbered region. High-elevation access is traced through historical corridors like Military Pass Rd and the Military Trl, which skirt the protected boundaries of the Mount Shasta Wilderness. This map captures a modern snapshot of the area's transition from active logging infrastructure to forest management and wilderness preservation, centered around features like Red Hill.