2012 Map of Preston Peak

About this map

Preston Peak and its surrounding high-altitude terrain dominate this Siskiyou County landscape, defined by a complex network of ridges and glacial basins. The drainage pattern is led by the S Fork Indian Cr and its numerous tributaries, including the W Fork Little S Fork Indian Cr and Tenmile Cr. This 2012 survey illustrates the remote character of the Klamath Mountains, where high points like El Capitan, Boulder Peak, and Copper Mountain rise above deep basins such as Cedar Basin. Human presence is minimal, primarily concentrated at the small settlements of Little Preston and Cedar Crest, and along specialized forestry routes like Forest Rte 17N27. The map captures a high-country environment where prominent divides like the Five-and-Ten Divide separate major watersheds, while landmarks such as Raspberry Lake and Elk Lick serve as key identifiers in the backcountry.