2014 Map of Kelsey Peak

About this map

The Rogue River carves a deep path through this section of the Siskiyou National Forest along the border of Josephine and Curry counties. This 2014 survey documents a series of river bars and technical water features that have long defined travel in this wilderness, including Missouri Bar, Winkle Bar, and Battle Bar. The presence of the Winkle Bar Airport highlights the necessity of aerial access in this road-sparse terrain, while numerous named riffles like Johns Riffle and Magpies Riffle indicate the river's navigational hazards. Away from the water, the topography rises sharply to landmarks such as Kelsey Peak and Bear Camp Ridge. The map also captures several forest access routes like Bruin Spur and Marial Rdg, which navigate the steep elevations between Big Meadows and the river canyon below.