2018 Map of Timbered Crater

About this map

Timbered Crater and the surrounding volcanic field dominate this landscape at the junction of Shasta, Modoc, and Siskiyou counties. The terrain is characterized by cinder cones and lava flows, notably Brushy Butte and the Whitehorse Mountains. This area of the Shasta National Forest is interlaced with specialized roads and trails such as the Spatter Cone Loop Trail and the Lava Springs Trail, indicating a region defined by its geological history. To the north, the small settlement of Day sits near the base of the Big Valley Mountains. Water sources are sparse but significant in this arid volcanic environment, including Gassaway Reservoir, Little Hot Spring, and Horr Pond. Cultural markers like the Pit Indian Cem and various ranch roads, such as Pit Wiley Ranch, offer insights into the land use and heritage of this high-country plateau.