2012 Map of McGuire Ridge

About this map

Old Red Rock Place and several family-named ranching outposts define this stretch of the California Coast Ranges in the early 21st century. The map illustrates a landscape carved by the N Fork Gualala River and the S Fork Gualala River, where ridge-top roads like Fish Rock Rd and Zeni Ridge Rd provide the primary access to remote holdings. Genealogists and local historians will find several established ranches, including Zeni Ranch, Gianoli Ranch, and Ciapusci Ranch, alongside legacy locations like Tindall Camp. Topographic details such as the Jackknife Tunnel and Jackknife Turn near McKenzie Grade suggest the engineering challenges of navigating this terrain. The map also identifies specific clearings and geographic markers like Lowrey Openings, Peachtree Flat, and Little Red Rock Mountain, offering a precise record of land use and naming conventions in this corner of Mendocino County.