2015 Map of Salmon Mountain

About this map

Salmon Mountain stands as a central landmark at the meeting point of three major wilderness areas in Northern California. This high-altitude landscape is defined by the convergence of the Klamath National Forest, Six Rivers National Forest, and Trinity National Forest, where the borders of Humboldt, Siskiyou, and Trinity counties intersect. The terrain is marked by prominent crests such as Packsaddle Ridge and Horse Trail Ridge, which guide the flow of the Red Cap Cr and Nordheimer Cr watersheds. Isolated alpine features like Nordheimer Lake and Red Cap Lake are reached via primitive forest routes like 10n01, reflecting the area's use for resource management and remote recreation. The presence of Indian Rocks and the narrow Devils Backbone suggests a topography of sharp elevations and significant geological interest.