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1953 Map of Blackcap Mtn, 1965 Print
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1953 Map of Blackcap Mtn

USGS Topo · Published 1965

About this map

Kings Canyon National Park and the high Sierra wilderness define this mid-century survey, which focuses on the transition between the Evolution Valley and the granite peaks of the Glacier Divide. The map details the rugged interior of Fresno County before the proliferation of modern backcountry management, showing established landmarks like the John Muir Trail as it winds through Goddard Canyon. Notable human imprints in this high-altitude landscape are sparse but significant, including the Diamond D Ranch near the South Fork San Joaquin River and Chamberlain Camp further south. The drainage patterns of the South Fork San Joaquin River and its numerous glacial lakes, such as Florence Lake and Hell For Sure Lake, reveal the hydrological importance of this region. This survey captures a moment when traditional ranching and early recreational hiking intersected in the shadow of summits like Mt Shinn and Blackcap Mtn.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1965
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.6 x 20.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain