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2018 Map of Noble Butte

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Noble Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

The South Fork Eel River and its numerous tributaries, including the E Br S Fork Eel River, define this Mendocino County landscape. The settlement of Riverdale sits along the western edge, serving as a gateway to the high-elevation meadows and peaks of the interior. A distinct series of openings and clearings suggest a history of seasonal grazing and forest management, noted by names like Hitabidels Opening and Peterson Opening.

Conservation and recreation are evident in the southern portion of the quadrangle, where the Big Tree Trl and Taber Nature Trl lead to specific natural landmarks such as Big Tree Meadow and Mill Creek Falls. The terrain is marked by significant elevations like Noble Butte and Red Mtn, with local travel routes like Hansen Ranch Rd and Bell Springs Rd navigating the complex ridges and gaps, including the prominent Windy Gap.