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1956 Map of Mt. Harkness, 1972 Print
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1956 Map of Mt. Harkness

USGS Topo · Published 1972

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Lassen Volcanic National Park dominates the northern half of this mid-century survey, revealing a landscape defined by geothermal activity and alpine hydrology. Distinctive hydrothermal features like the steaming Bumpass Hell, Devils Kitchen, and the Terminal Geyser are meticulously recorded alongside the peak of Mt Harkness. The map illustrates a transitional era for mountain recreation and industry, where remote outposts like Drakesbad and Kelly Camp served early visitors, while the Feather River Rod & Gun Club and Fleischmann Boy Scout Camp established more permanent recreational footprints. Moving south into the Lassen National Forest, the terrain shifts toward timber and ranching history, evidenced by Stump Ranch and the St Bernard maintenance station. This 1950s record captures the region's complex water network, from the headwaters of Hot Springs Creek to the numerous alpine basins like Summit Lake and Juniper Lake.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1972
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.7 x 20.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain