2014 Map of Tincup Peak

About this map

The Chetco River carves a deep path through this portion of the Siskiyou National Forest, where the complex geology of the Klamath Mountains is on full display. This 2014 survey documents the remote wilderness where Josephine and Curry counties meet, a region defined by high ridges like Heather Mtn and Tincup Peak. Named river bars such as Chetco Bar and Taggarts Bar indicate historical points of activity along the water, likely tied to the region's legacy of prospecting. Significant hydrologic features including Gold Basin Springs and numerous tributaries like Sluice Cr and Granite Cr feed the larger river systems. The map traces high-elevation points from Hayward Peak to Mt Billingslea, illustrating the challenging verticality of the terrain that has historically isolated these basins.