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1988 Map of Hamelton Butte

Name: 1988 Topographic Map of Hamelton Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

Booth Ridge dominates the topography of this high-elevation landscape along the border of Klamath and Lake Counties. The presence of Old RR Gr winding through the terrain suggests a history of timber extraction or logistical support for remote outposts, connecting the isolated drainages of Long Creek and Carahan Creek. Remnants of earlier habitation and seasonal use are evident in labels such as Petes Camp (Site), Kings Cabin, and Sams Cabin, which indicate a human presence tied to the land's resources long after the primary industrial activity subsided.

Water sources are vital features in this environment, with Stratton Meadow Springs, Echo Spring, and several Stock Ponds scattered throughout the higher elevations. The prominence of Hamelton Butte provides a central landmark for the area, while industrial remnants like the Cinder Pit reflect the geological makeup and utility of the region. This 1988 provisional survey serves as a detailed record of the transition between Klamath and Lake counties before later modern developments altered the character of these high-country ridges.