2015 Map of Red Cinder

About this map

Lassen National Forest terrain dominates this 2015 study of the borderlands between Lassen and Plumas counties. The landscape is defined by volcanic features and high-altitude water bodies, from the prominent heights of Red Cinder and North Caribou to the numerous alpine basins of Silver Lake, Long Lake, and Emerald Lake. The upper reaches of the Susan River flow through the northern extent, while the south is marked by the distinct Mud Creek Rim and the drainage of Dillon Creek. Evidence of land use and access is visible in the network of Forest Service spurs and the presence of Heckle Ranch, indicating a legacy of high-country ranching and timber management. The area is also notable for its many named springs and small lakes, such as Cummings Spring and Shotoverin Lake, which provided critical water sources in this elevated, timbered environment.