2012 Map of Rosewood

About this map

Rosewood sits at the heart of this Tehama County landscape, where the local road network follows the historic path of Old Highway 136. The geography is defined by a dense system of seasonal drainages and named ravines, many bearing the surnames of early settlers and miners. The northern portion of the map is dominated by the Middle Fork Cottonwood Cr, while the southern reaches are drained by Little Crane Cr and Big Crane Cr. This detailed 2012 survey illustrates the rugged drainage patterns of the region, specifically the many "forks" of local gulches. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named landmarks like Trueblood Gulch, Hightower Gulch, and Baker Gulch. The map also preserves the distinct nomenclature of the area's mining and ranching history through features like North Fork China Gulch and South Fork Devils Gulch.