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2015 Map of Hermit Butte

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Hermit Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

The Modoc National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape in northeastern California, defined by a complex network of volcanic ridges and deep canyons. Prominent landmarks such as Hermit Butte and Mount Ophir rise above the terrain, while reliable water sources like White Reservoir and Jackson Cabin Spring provided essential support for ranching and forest management.

Tracing the geography reveals a history of land use and navigation across the plateaus. From the high ground of Manzanita Mtn down through Higgins Canyon, the map identifies numerous small settlements and named flats like Dixon Flat. The area is carved by essential drainages including Johnson Cr and Rush Cr, which have long dictated the movement of people and livestock through this part of the county.