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1951 Map of Lake Pillsbury

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Lake Pillsbury
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1953
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1953

About this map

Lake Pillsbury and the Eel River define this mid-century landscape in the heart of the Mendocino National Forest. The map documents a rugged timber and ranching region, evidenced by the presence of Prather Mill and Howard Mill near the center of the sheet. At the head of the lake, Scott Dam anchors the water system, while a small Landing Field nearby highlights the area's remote accessibility.

Settlement patterns are scattered across the ridges and glades, featuring family-named sites like Fuller Ranch, Smith Ranch, and Faraway Ranch. For those interested in local heritage, the map identifies specific camps and historic stations such as Boardman Camp, Lower Nye Camp, and the Soda Creek Guard Sta. The terrain is marked by numerous glades, including Thistle Glade and Salt Glade, and notable natural features like Crabtree Hot Springs and Snow Mountain on the eastern boundary.