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2018 Map of Weitchpec

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Weitchpec
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Weitchpec serves as the focal point of this 2018 survey, situated at the significant confluence where the Trinity River joins the mighty Klamath River. This geographic juncture has long been central to the region's identity and transportation, as evidenced by the winding path of the Old State Hwy and Weitchpec Rd following the riverbanks. The surrounding landscape is dominated by the steep elevations of the Six Rivers National Forest, with prominent landmarks such as Burrill Peak and the Salmon Mountains defining the skyline.

Local history is etched into the terrain through specifically named gulches and ridges, such as McFarland Gulch and Mill Creek Ridge. The map details various water sources including Dragshaw Spring and high-altitude lakes like Turtle Lake and Red Mountain Lake. Transportation in the backcountry is represented by a network of Forest Service roads, including Bloody Camp Rd and Deerhorn Rd, which navigate the complex drainage systems of Bluff Cr and Aikens Cr.