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2012 Map of Willow Creek

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Willow Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Trinity River corridor serves as the primary artery for settlement and movement through this corner of Humboldt County. Near the confluence of several mountain streams, the community of Willow Creek acts as a central hub, flanked by the steep rising elevations of Panther Ridge and Brannan Mountain. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of forest routes, such as Brannan Mountain Rd and Friday Ridge Rd, which provide access to remote landmarks like the Brush Mountain Lookout and the high peaks of Buck Buttes.

Evidence of local ranching and upland activity is found at Morton Ranch and the open expanse of Johnson Prairie. The map also details numerous small drainages, including Bloody Nose Cr and Butterfly Cr, which feed into the river system. For those interested in recreation and the geography of the Klamath Mountains, the presence of the Boise Creek Campground and various summits like Three Creeks Summit highlights the area's role as a gateway to the surrounding backcountry.