2012 Map of Shields Creek

About this map

The Warner Mountains dominate this high-country landscape in Modoc County, defined by a complex network of seasonal drainages and vital water sources in an otherwise arid region. The map documents the intricate branching of watercourses such as Shields Creek, which includes the North Fork and South Fork Shields Creek, alongside the various forks of Parker Creek and Pine Creek. These systems are punctuated by essential springs like Fitzhugh Springs, Pine Spring, and Fern Spring, which likely served as critical stops for early travelers and cattlemen. Transport through this high terrain is dictated by the Warner Mountain Ridge Line and local routes such as W Warner Road and Parker Creek Road. The presence of the Porter Reservoir and the Dry Creek Basin reflects the region's historical and ongoing reliance on managed water resources for ranching or forestry.