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1951 Map of Gasquet

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Gasquet
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

The Middle Fork Smith River and the North Fork Smith River converge near the settlement of Gasquet, forming a landscape defined by sharp ridges and deep river canyons. This 1951 culture revision shows a region heavily influenced by mineral extraction and early forest management, with numerous mining operations including the Holiday Mine, Browns Mine, and the Tyson Chrome Mine scattered across the high terrain. These sites, along with the Morrell Placer Mine, point to the enduring search for chrome and gold in the Klamath Mountains.

Transportation is anchored by the Redwood Highway, which follows the river valley past the small community of Darlingtonia. The map identifies several specialized forest locations such as the Patrick Creek Guard Sta and a Ranger Sta, reflecting the administrative development of the Six Rivers National Forest and Siskiyou National Forest. Scattered flats, such as French Flat and Humboldt Flat, mark rare level ground in this complex mountain system.