1981 Map of Summit Valley

About this map

Six Rivers National Forest dominates this landscape, characterized by the complex drainage systems of Blue Creek and its various forks. High-altitude landmarks like Doctor Rock and South Red Mtn anchor the terrain, while the Summit Valley Trail provides a route through the backcountry toward the Summit Valley Shelter. This 1981 survey documents a territory defined by timber management and remote access, evidenced by the presence of several Borrow Pit sites and a Quarry near the Crescent City Fork. The network of seasonal water sources, such as Woolly Bear Spring and Cedar Camp Spring, along with the prominent G-O Road, illustrates the infrastructure required to navigate this isolated portion of Del Norte County. The map captures a specific moment in the land-use history of the Siskiyou Mountains before significant shifts in regional forest policy.