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1956 Map of Lassen Peak

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Lassen Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1958
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1958

About this map

The volcanic activity and early 20th-century industry of Tehama County are detailed in this mid-century survey. High-elevation features like Lassen Volcanic National Park dominate the northeast, including Bumpass Hell, Sulphur Works, and the thermal activity around Morgan Springs. The landscape reflects a mix of rugged conservation and active timber harvesting, evidenced by several mountain camps and industrial sites. To the west, the presence of the Rockland Sch and the landing field near Camp Forward indicate the infrastructure of established mountain communities.

Tracing the waterways like South Fork Battle Creek and Mill Creek, one finds a transition from high alpine lakes like Lake Helen to industrial locations such as Forward Mill and Belle Mill. Several historic sites are marked, including Dotys Camp (Site) and Balls Camp (Site), providing evidence of seasonal or early logging settlements that preceded the park's modernization. The map captures the region after the establishment of the State Game Refuge, balancing recreational areas like Black Oak Campground with private holdings and federal forestry.