2015 Map of Five Fingers

About this map

Humboldt National Forest encompasses this section of the Santa Rosa Range, a high-elevation landscape defined by steep drainages and prominent peaks. The namesake Five Fingers and the towering Paradise Peak dominate the topography, anchoring a series of complex canyons including Buffalo Canyon and Falls Canyon. The drainage network is dense, with named waters like Stone House Cr, Wash O'Neal Cr, and Woodman Cr flowing from the heights. Historically significant springs, such as Carex Spring and Fry Spring, provide critical water points in this arid high-country environment. Human infrastructure is minimal, represented primarily by the winding path of Abel Creek Rd, illustrating the preservation of this area for wilderness and resource management during the early twenty-first century.