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1987 Map of Blanco Mountain

Name: 1987 Topographic Map of Blanco Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1987
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest defines this high-elevation landscape within the Inyo National Forest, situated along the boundary of Mono and Inyo counties. The area is marked by significant scientific and geological interest, featuring the White Mountain Research Station Crooked Creek Laboratory and the protected stands of Schulman Grove. The terrain is a mix of high peaks like Blanco Mtn and Campito Mountain interspersed with open flats and meadows such as Sage Hen Flat and Big Prospector Meadow.

Traces of early extractive industry are scattered throughout the mountain range, evidenced by the Mexican Mine and numerous unnamed prospects. Water sources are vital markers in this arid environment, including Goat Spring, Coldwater Spring, and the drainage of Silver Canyon. Infrastructure is sparse, limited to Radio Facilities and several wooden pole transmission lines that traverse the rugged divide between Crooked Creek and Wyman Creek.