2018 Map of Finley Butte

About this map

Lassen National Forest terrain dominates this portion of Tehama County, where the landscape is defined by the complex hydrology of the Battle Creek and Antelope Creek drainages. High-altitude meadows and ridges, such as Brazell Meadows and Plum Creek Ridge, illustrate the varied topography of the southern Cascade foothills. The infrastructure of the era is marked by remote mountain access routes like Ponderosa Way and Hogback Road, alongside ranching footprints like the Oasis Springs Ranch Rd. Notable landmarks include Finley Butte and Finley Lake, providing specific points of reference for those studying the natural history of the region. This 2018 survey also identifies several spring locations, including Lyman Springs and Grapevine Spring, which were critical for early livestock operations and forest management in this arid mountain environment.