1955 Map of Ukonom Lake

About this map

The Klamath River carves a deep path through the northern reaches of the Klamath National Forest in this mid-century topographic record. Mining activity is central to the local geography, with the Bunker Hill Mine, Siskiyou Mine, and Independence Mine appearing as significant landmarks along the river's rugged tributaries. The map documents the early infrastructure of the Marble Mountain Wilderness Area, detailing backcountry sites like Cedar Flat Cabin, the Ukonom Lookout, and various meadows including Hells Meadows and Haypress Meadows. The presence of the State Honor Camp and Pick-i-a-wish Campground near the mouth of Clear Creek reflects the era's emerging focus on both institutional land management and public recreation. Small river-based sites such as Ferry Pt and Wingate Bar underscore the historical reliance on the Klamath corridor for transit and small-scale settlement in this corner of Siskiyou County.