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1995 Map of Swain Mountain

Name: 1995 Topographic Map of Swain Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1997
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1997

About this map

The Swain Mountain Experimental Forest and Lassen Experimental Forest dominate this landscape, showcasing the United States Forest Service's long-term management of high-elevation timber and watershed resources. Situated on the boundary of Lassen and Plumas counties, the terrain is characterized by volcanic peaks and high flats, including Swain Mountain and Jennie Mountain. This topography dictates the movement of water through systems like Robbers Creek and the Susan River, which flows past Silver Lake.

Transportation corridors reveal the region's utility and recreational shift, from the historic Lassen Trail and the Union Pacific line to the more recent Buzz Johnson Trail. Industrial activity is noted at the Cinder Pit near Clover Butte, while the Swain Snowmobile Parking area indicates the forest's seasonal use for winter recreation. The map also traces family-named landmarks like Griffith and Barnes Flat that define the local geography.