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2015 Map of Yager Junction

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Yager Junction
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Yager Junction sits at a critical confluence of geography and transportation in Humboldt County, where the rugged terrain of northern California meets the headwaters of several significant drainages. The landscape is defined by its dramatic ridges and peaks, most notably Humsted Ridge, Bohana Ridge, and Bald Jesse. This 2015 survey illustrates how Kneeland Rd serves as the primary artery through this territory, winding through high-elevation areas like Dairy Ridge and passing landmarks such as Pigeon Rock and Hansen Hill.

The hydrography of the region is centered on the Van Duzen River and the complex network of Yager Creek forks. Yager Valley provides a rare pocket of flatter ground amidst the surrounding hills. To the east, distinctive geological features like Palace Rock and Chimney Rock stand out, while the presence of Bone Flat and Donkey Point suggests a history of local nomenclature tied to the area's early ranching and wilderness character.