2011 Map of Baker Peak

About this map

Big Peak and Baker Peak anchor this high-elevation landscape in the heart of the Smoky Mountains during the early 21st century. The map reveals a complex network of alpine drainages and remote summits, defined by steep gulches like Brodie Gulch and Lost Shirt Gulch that feed into the larger river systems. Historically significant for its water resources, the area features a high concentration of high-country lakes including Prairie Lakes, Smoky Lake, and Baker Lake. The drainage patterns, particularly those of Big Smoky Creek and the East Fork Big Peak Creek, suggest a terrain shaped by heavy seasonal runoff. This survey provides a precise record of the topography and naming conventions used by the U.S. Geological Survey in this part of Blaine County, including descriptive landmarks such as Slide Rock Canyon and the winding course of Placer Creek.