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1996 Map of Father Mountain

Name: 1996 Topographic Map of Father Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1999
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1999

About this map

Grassy Knob Wilderness and the Siskiyou National Forest dominate this coastal range landscape in Curry County, where the topography is defined by the winding course of the Elk River. The river corridor features distinct river bars such as Butler Bar and Sunshine Bar, which served as historical points of access in this steep terrain. The drainage network is dense, with Anvil Creek, Red Cedar Creek, and Butler Creek carving deep valleys between prominent high points.

Peaks like Father Mountain, Pearse Peak, and Milbury Mountain provide a clear view of the complex ridgelines and summits that characterize the area. To the south, the headwaters of Euchre Creek and Myrtle Creek begin their descent toward the Pacific. The map also records localized landmarks like Salal Spring and Chismore Butte, offering specific coordinates for researchers and genealogists tracing family ties to the timber and resource lands of Southwest Oregon.