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2021 Map of Hogback Ridge

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Hogback Ridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Hogback Ridge dominates this northern California landscape, forming a dramatic north-south spine between the Fall River Valley and the expansive heights of the Lassen National Forest. The northern reach of the map is defined by the Pit River, where the water drops over Pit River Falls near the Pit No 1 Powerhouse Rd. The terrain is characterized by massive volcanic benches and escarpments, most notably the Hat Creek Rim which runs along the southern portion of the quadrangle.

Transport and recreation routes follow these natural contours, with the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trl winding through the forest and across the high ridges near Sixmile Hill. Evidence of ranching and utility infrastructure is visible through names like St John Ranch Rd and various forest routes, while the Antelope Reservoir provides a critical water feature in the southeastern corner of the study area.