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1954 Map of The Whaleback

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of The Whaleback
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1963
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1963

About this map

Volcanic peaks and timber industry operations dominate this 1950s landscape in the southern reaches of Butte Valley. The map centers on the massive volcanic shield of The Whaleback and the high summit of Deer Mtn, surrounded by the protected lands of the Klamath National Forest and Shasta National Forest. Transportation through these mountain passes relied on the Southern Pacific line and an extensive network of timber-related infrastructure, including the Logging RR and several specialized sidings.

Industrial history is preserved through labels like the Hoffman Mill (Site), while the wetland ecology of Grass Lake provides a notable break in the timbered highlands. Small rail stops and camps such as Penoyar, Erickson, and Leaf Camp reveal the scattered nature of settlement during this period. For those interested in family history, the inclusion of remote landmarks like Davis Cabin and the Soule Ranch provides specific geographic coordinates for mid-century Siskiyou County life.