2015 Map of Steele Swamp

About this map

Steele Swamp lies at the heart of this high-elevation landscape along the border of Oregon and California, where the Fremont National Forest meets the Modoc National Forest. This 2015 survey illustrates a terrain defined by subtle water systems and drainage basins, including the Fourmile Reservoir and the headwaters of Rock Creek and Willow Creek. The presence of Warm Spring and the prominent Bird Spring Ridge indicates the geothermal and volcanic character of the region. Transportation and historic boundaries are well-documented, from the Old State Line and Willow Valley Rd to the convergence of Klamath, Modoc, and Lake counties. The map provides a detailed view of the high plateau and meadows that historically supported grazing and timber interests across these two national forests.