1952 Map of Orleans, 1961 Print
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1952 Map of Orleans

USGS Topo · Published 1961

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The settlement of Orleans serves as a focal point in this mid-century survey of the Klamath River corridor, situated where the river makes a sharp bend near Bacon Flat. This region of the Klamath National Forest is defined by a network of ridges and gulches, including Rattlesnake Ridge and Soapstone Gulch, that historically supported a variety of small-scale mining and ranching operations. Names like the Hunter Little Ranch, Reece Homestead, and Short Ranch indicate family-held lands, while several work camps such as Bark Shanty Camp and Vans Camp are scattered across the high country near Bald Mountain. The presence of a Landing Field and a Ranger Sta in Orleans reflects the administrative and logistical management of these timberlands. The Siskiyou Trail and numerous unnamed trails provide the primary access into the steep drainages of Bluff Creek and Fish Creek, connecting remote landmarks like Onion Lake and the Prospect Hill Mine.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1952
Date Published1961
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.6 x 20.8 inches

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