2012 Map of Hydesville

About this map

Hydesville and the surrounding river valleys in Humboldt County are defined by the convergence of the Van Duzen River and the Eel River. This landscape reflects a deep history of timber and transport, where the Yager Creek and Cuddeback Creek drainages meet the main river arteries. The map documents several important local burial grounds, including the Independent Order of Odd Fellows Cemetery and the Masons and IOOF Cemetery, which serve as vital touchstones for genealogists tracing early North Coast families. To the south, the dramatic Scotia Bluffs overlook Rio Dell and Belleview, while the northern hills are home to upland features like Blanton Prairie and Myrick Prairie. The intricate network of rural roads, such as Rohnerville Road and Barber Creek Road, connects established settlements like Carlotta and Rohnerville with more remote locales like Yager Camp.