2018 Map of The Whaleback

About this map

Cougar, Andesite, and Bolam sit at the intersection of public lands and historical transit routes in this portion of the Siskiyou mountain landscape. The map details a complex network of forest access and historical travelways, such as the Military Pass and the Old Highway, that cut through the transition between Klamath National Forest and Shasta National Forest. Dramatic topographical features dominate the eastern and western horizons, including the prominent volcanic mass of The Whaleback and the high summit of Sheep Rock. Evidence of environmental change is documented through labels for the Grass Lake Fire, Cougar Fire, and the Whaleback Burn, reflecting the fire history that has shaped the local vegetation. Silvicultural history is also noted with the Cougar Plantation, while local road names like the 99-97 Cutoff and Deer Cougar Tie reveal the practical geography of this high-elevation timber and transit corridor.