2015 Map of Snowstorm Mountain

About this map

Snowstorm Mountain dominates the high-altitude landscape of Lassen County, where topographic relief defines the drainage patterns of several intermittent water sources. The small settlement at Crest sits near the western edge, connected by a network of ranch and mountain roads such as Horse Lake Rd and Spanish Springs Rd. The map illustrates a high-desert environment characterized by essential water points, including Spanish Springs, Rye Ranch Spring, and Tule Patch Spring, which likely served historical ranching activities. Canyons such as Vincent Canyon and Nye Canyon carve through the southern slopes, directing seasonal runoff toward Secret Cr. This 2015 survey provides a modern snapshot of a sparsely populated region where the physical geography continues to dictate human movement and land use.