2015 Map of Harris

About this map

Harris serves as the primary node of settlement in this remote pocket of the California Coast Ranges, situated along the spine of Mail Ridge. The landscape is defined by its dramatic elevation changes, with numerous peaks including Pratt Mtn, Panther Peak, and Little Buck Mtn presiding over a complex network of drainage basins. The East Branch South Fork Eel River cuts through the southwestern terrain, joined by tributaries such as Rancheria Creek and Horse Pasture Creek. A distinct pattern of high-altitude clearings is evident through named features like Lewis Opening, Chervimov Opening, and Peterson Opening, suggesting a history of grazing or land management. Transportation is limited to winding mountain routes like Alderpoint Road and Dyerville Loop Road, which navigate the steep topography between Humboldt and Mendocino counties.