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1991 Map of Noyo Hill

Name: 1991 Topographic Map of Noyo Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1991
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1991

About this map

The Mendocino Range dominates this portion of northern California, where steep ridges and deep gulches define the timbered landscape. The 1991 survey shows the interior of the Jackson State Forest, a region heavily shaped by its watershed and history of logging. At the northern edge of the forest, the small settlement of Glenblair and the Redwood Lodge sit along the upper reaches of Pudding Creek, providing evidence of the human footprint within these dense woods.

Water is the primary sculptor of this terrain, with the North Fork Noyo River and South Fork Noyo River carving through the slopes. Named landmarks such as Noyo Hill and Riley Ridge rise above a network of smaller drainages, including Brandon Gulch and Hayshed Gulch. The map captures the area as it transitioned into the late 20th century, balancing natural resource management with its remote topographical character.