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2022 Map of Preston Peak

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Preston Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

Klamath National Forest anchors this high-elevation study of the Siskiyou Mountains in Northern California. The landscape is dominated by significant summits and ridgelines, from the prominent Preston Peak and nearby Little Preston to the curiously named Hardscrabble area and El Capitan. The map reveals a complex network of drainage systems, including S Fork Indian Cr and Tenmile Cr, which carve through dramatic terrain defined by the Big Buck Ridge and Little Buck Ridge.

Outdoor recreation and conservation efforts are evident through features like the Raspberry Lake Trl, which provides access to Raspberry Lake and Cyclone Gap. The presence of Rattlesnake Meadow and Cedar Basin suggests varied sub-alpine ecosystems tucked between massive divides like the Five-and-Ten Divide. This modern survey details how the wilderness areas of Siskiyou County are partitioned and preserved, illustrating the sharp topographical changes from Boulder Peak down to the creek beds.