2015 Map of Mount Bidwell

About this map

Mount Bidwell dominates this high-altitude landscape along the border of California and Oregon, marking a rugged intersection within the Fremont National Forest and Modoc National Forest. The 2015 survey reveals a legacy of resource extraction, with the Morrell Mine and scattered Old Mines dotting the terrain near the Highgrade district. This area is characterized by high alpine water bodies like Lily Lake, Rock Lake, and the curiously named Poison Lake, alongside significant wetlands such as the Dismal Swamp. The presence of the Fort Bidwell Airport to the south indicates the region's connection to the larger Surprise Valley, while numerous forest service spurs and county roads like Co Road 2 provide access to remote flats such as O'Connors Flat and Coyote Flat. The map also notes a dedicated Reservation area, highlighting the complex land management between national forest, tribal, and private boundaries.