1946 Map of Galice

About this map

The Siskiyou National Forest landscape shown here in 1946 is defined by a dense concentration of mining sites and remote river camps. Along the winding Rogue River, the small settlement of Galice stands near several significant historic operations, including the Old Channel Mine and Almeda Mine. The map documents a transition in land use from primary resource extraction to forest management and recreation, evidenced by the presence of the Rand Ranger Station and fire observation points like Peavine Lookout. The terrain is marked by steep canyons and prominent peaks such as Mt Peavine and Buckhorn Mtn, with the river serving as the central artery for the region's camps and shelters. Remote outposts like Black Bar and Slate Slide Shelter illustrate the interior's character before modern road development transformed access to the Rogue's deeper reaches.