2015 Map of Helena

About this map

Helena sits at the confluence of several major waterways within the Trinity National Forest, where the N Fork Trinity River meets the Trinity River. This landscape is defined by the steep southern reaches of the Salmon Mountains, featuring dramatic elevation changes between the riverbeds and high points like Twin Sisters Mtn. The settlement of Helena is accessed via Cemetery Rd, pointing to the area's local heritage and long-standing presence in the canyon. Numerous gulches and flats, such as Digger Pine Flat and Raymond Flat, suggest a geography that shaped travel and habitation along the river forks. Prominent ridges like Limestone Ridge, Backbone Ridge, and Manzanita Ridge compartmentalize the terrain, while various creeks including Manzanita Cr and Little French Cr drain the surrounding wilderness.