2015 Map of Case Mountain

About this map

The Sequoia National Park border defines the eastern reaches of this Tulare County landscape, where the high Sierra terrain meets the lower foothills of the Kaweah River drainage. The settlement of Hammond sits near the confluence of the river's forks, serving as a gateway to the steep interior. The map documents a rugged verticality, rising from the river canyons to prominent high points like Milk Ranch Peak, Case Mtn, and Shepherd Peak. A network of winding mountain roads and trails, including Mineral King Rd and the Chutes and Ladders path, traces the difficult topography of the Sierra Nevada. The terrain is deeply incised by numerous waterways such as Salt Cr, Cinnamon Cr, and Grumigen Cr, illustrating the complex watershed that feeds the Central Valley below.