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2012 Map of Inskip Hill

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Inskip Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Paynes Creek serves as a central point in this Northern California landscape, where the road network transitions into the cattle ranching and homesteading country of Tehama County. The map documents several established ranching properties and family-named landmarks, such as Childs Ranch, Shults Ranch, and Wade Place, reflecting a long-standing pattern of rural land use. The presence of the Mount Lassen Trout Farm along Paynes Cr highlights a specialized local industry integrated into the canyon topography.

The terrain is defined by volcanic features and significant drainage systems, including Inskip Hill and Little Inskip Hill. Steep elevations are marked by Plum Creek Ridge and Hogback Ridge, which direct the flow of numerous waterways like Plum Cr and Oat Cr. This 2012 survey provides a clear view of the winding mountain roads, including Lane Valley Rd and Hogsback Rd, that connect these isolated residences and high-country landmarks.