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2021 Map of Shinn Mountain

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Shinn Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Shinn Mtn and the adjacent Shinn Peaks dominate this high-desert landscape in Lassen County, where water sources dictated the patterns of movement and survival. The map documents a network of critical water points including Juniper Jim Spring, Toms Cabin Spring, and Bills Cabin Spring, which were essential for ranching and travel in this arid environment. The presence of Summit Troughs further indicates the area's importance for livestock, likely serving as a key waypoint for cattlemen moving through the high country.

Transportation is defined by the lone track of Rye Patch Rd, which winds past Rye Patch Canyon and Nye Spring. To the south, the topography rises toward Rush Creek Mtn, with Hall Springs and McKissick Spring marking the base of the ridges. This survey provides a modern record of these enduring landmarks, showing how the distribution of water continues to define the geography of the northern California plateau.