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2018 Map of Catclaw Flat

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Catclaw Flat
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Catclaw Flat and the surrounding peaks of the San Bernardino Mountains define this high-elevation landscape within the San Bernardino National Forest. The geography is shaped by a complex network of seasonal drainages, including Mission Cr and the Whitewater River, which flow through steep features such as Hell for Sure Canyon and Big Morongo Canyon. A significant section of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail winds through the eastern portion of the sheet, tracing the ridgelines near Forks Springs.

Geological diversity is evident in landmarks like the Red Dome and the geological depression known as The Sink. The map details the transition between San Bernardino and Riverside counties, capturing the primitive terrain of Boundary Canyon and Stubbe Canyon during the early 21st century. This study provides a detailed record of water sources and topographical landmarks essential for navigating this section of the Southern California wilderness.