2022 Map of Sams Neck

About this map

Klamath National Forest and the Butte Valley National Grassland meet in this northern California landscape, defined by sharp transitions between timbered uplands and the broad, flat basin of Butte Valley. The terrain rises toward McGavin Peak in the west, while the eastern flats are dominated by the seasonal basin of Meiss Lake. This region reflects a history of transit and rural development, evidenced by routes like the Old State Hwy and Overland Trl. Local land use is further marked by descriptive road names such as School House Rd and Log House Rd, which suggest the locations of early homesteading and community infrastructure. Significant topographical features like Sams Neck and Indian Point divide the forest from the open grasslands, illustrating the varied geography of Siskiyou County.