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1955 Map of Salmon Mtn

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Salmon Mtn
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

The rugged intersection of Siskiyou Co, Humboldt Co, and Trinity Co is revealed in this mid-century survey, showcasing a landscape defined by deep-seated mining traditions and high-elevation forestry. The northeastern quadrant along the Little S Fk Salmon River and North Fork is particularly dense with historic mining operations, including the Uncle Sam Mine, Sherwood Mine, and the Marysville (Site). These names suggest a period of intense prospecting that shaped the settlement of the Klamath Mountains.

Further south, the map documents a series of established camps and cabins, such as Lipps Camp, Megram Cabin, and Milk Camp, which served as vital outposts for those traversing the Devils backbone or the Backbone. The presence of the Trinity Summit Guard Station and Virgin Creek Guard Station underscores the managed nature of the Six Rivers National Forest during this era, while features like the Summit Trail and Horse Trail indicate the primary modes of travel through this vertical terrain.