Signal Peak

Signal Peak is a mountain summit in the Coast Range standing at 1,790 meters high. The location commands views across the varied ridges and forest country of northern California.

The peak received its name from a heliograph station built around 1900 for communication purposes. Historical maps from 1898 referred to the location by a different name, Lassecks Peak.

The peak carries the name of a Native American leader, Lassic, whose legacy appears in the names of nearby summits on the landscape. Local geography reflects this historical connection through multiple place names that honor his story.

The Jeep Trail provides the main way to reach the peak through backcountry managed by the Forest Service. Visitors should prepare for rough terrain and variable weather conditions at elevation.

The surrounding wilderness area of about 2,950 hectares received federal protection in 2006 through a Congressional designation. This designation ensures the region will remain protected under the National Wilderness Preservation System indefinitely.

Location: Humboldt County

GPS coordinates: 40.33395,-123.55450

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:01