1950 Map of Milford

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Honey Lake dominates the northern landscape of this 1950s survey, its shoreline defining the transition between the high desert basin and the timbered slopes of the Lassen National Forest and Plumas National Forest. The settlement of Milford serves as a small hub along the historic route of Highway 395, while the surrounding terrain is marked by remote ranching and mining operations. Traces of early 20th-century industry are visible at the Honey Lake Mine and Plinco Mine, while family operations like Clark Ranch appear at the base of the mountains. Much of the southern portion of the map is dedicated to the Dixie Mountain State Game Refuge, illustrating the mid-century focus on conservation and forest management. The presence of the Laufman Ranger Sta and numerous fire lookouts atop peaks like Cottonwood Peak reflects the vital role of the Forest Service in this fire-prone interior range.