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1967 Map of Lake Pillsbury

Name: 1967 Topographic Map of Lake Pillsbury
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

Lake Pillsbury forms the centerpiece of this mid-1960s study, a reservoir created by the construction of Scott Dam on the Eel River. The surrounding landscape of the Mendocino National Forest is characterized by numerous seasonal drainages, including Salmon Creek, McLeod Creek, and the Rice Fork, alongside named landmarks like Graveyard Point and Rocky Point. Recreational infrastructure is well-established, featuring Pogie Point Campground, Oak Flat Campground, and a Boat Ramp near Sunset Point Campground.

The map details several remote outposts and clearings, such as Lake Pillsbury Ranch and Faraway Ranch, which point to a history of isolated settlement within the mountain terrain. Aviation access is provided by the Gravelly Valley Airport, situated in Gravelly Valley just north of the lake. Higher elevations are marked by the Boardman Ridge Trail and a northern State Game Refuge, illustrating the area's dual role in resource management and wilderness preservation.