2012 Map of Sheep Mountain

About this map

Butte Valley dominates the northern Siskiyou County landscape in this 2012 survey, revealing a network of agricultural and ranching settlements. The small communities of Somerset and Macdoel anchor the western portion of the map, while Mount Hebron sits further south. This high-altitude basin is marked by several volcanic landforms, including Inlow Butte, Murch Butte, and Rattlesnake Butte, which rise above the valley floor. To the east, the terrain ascends toward the prominent Sheep Mountain. A rare water feature in this arid region, Lough Lake, is situated in the central portion of the quadrangle. Researchers of local genealogy will find the Lakeview Cem near Macdoel, while property records may be traced through named sites like the Delis Ranch near the northern boundary. The local road system, including Shady Dell Rd and Old State Hwy, reflects the long-standing transportation patterns established through this corner of California.