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1955 Map of Mace Mtn

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Mace Mtn
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1964
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

The North Fork Umpqua River carves through the heart of this mid-century wilderness, following a course roughly paralleled by the North Umpqua Highway. This rugged terrain within the Umpqua National Forest is characterized by remote outposts and infrastructure supporting forest management and early recreation. Landmarks such as the Rock Cr Guard Sta and the Gaging Sta reflect the administrative presence in the backcountry, while several shelters like the Canton Shelter and Trapper Shelter provided refuge for those navigating the high ridges and deep drainages.

Evidence of local geography and naming is found in features like Old Fairview Springs and the distinctive Chimney Rock. The map documents a network of primitive tracks and fire roads, including the Fire Road leading toward Mace Mtn. Small clearings and springs, such as Mellow Moon Spring and Twin Cedar Spring, dot the landscape, offering a look at the natural water sources essential for early forest travelers and campers at sites like Smith Springs Campground.