2017 Map of Signal Buttes

About this map

The Rogue River carves through the northern reaches of this coastal Oregon landscape, defining a series of bars and riffles that once anchored local activity. These riverfront sites, including Kimball Bar, Orchard Bar, and Coyote Bar, alongside the Gillespie Riffle, illustrate the river's historical importance for navigation and settlement in Curry County. Moving away from the water, the terrain rises sharply into the Siskiyou National Forest, where landmarks like Signal Buttes and Grizzly Mtn dominate the skyline. For genealogists and local historians, the presence of the Merriam Cem and Rumley Hill Cem provides critical points of reference for families tied to Rumley Hill and Squaw Valley. The map also captures specialized ecological features such as the Hunter Creek Bog and the Lake of the Woods, tucked into the high country near the headwaters of Hunter Cr.