2012 Map of Swain Mountain

About this map

Norvell serves as the primary settlement focus in this high-country landscape, positioned near the headwaters of the Susan River. The terrain is defined by a series of volcanic features and meadows, including Swain Mountain and Clover Butte, which overlook the expansive Clover Valley. This area represents a critical intersection of historical transport and recreation, where the Lassen Trl and Champs Flat Rd meet. Water sources like Jennie Spring and the Susan River Campground indicate the long-standing use of this region for seasonal grazing and timber management. The map's layout of forestry roads and named flats like Barnes Flat and Norvell Flat illustrates the 21st-century management of Lassen County's interior, preserving the nomenclature of the early ranching and logging eras.