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2021 Map of Cattle Mountain

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Cattle Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Ritter Range dominates this landscape, serving as a divide between the high alpine basins and the deep river valleys of the Sierra Nevada. This 2021 survey illustrates a complex network of glacial lakes and seasonal watercourses, including Gertrude Lake, Ashley Lake, and Anona Lake nestled in the north. The southern reaches are defined by the convergence of major waterways, where the N Fork San Joaquin River and Middle Fork San Joaquin River meet near Junction Butte.

Historically used for seasonal grazing and transit, the area is crisscrossed by established routes such as the Millers Crossing Trl and Cattle Mountain Trl, which reflect the region's ranching heritage. These trails connect named clearings like Headquarters Meadow and Buckhorn Meadow, indicating the logistical points once vital for managing livestock in the Sierra National Forest. The transition from the peaks of Iron Mtn to the Pine Flat terrace showcases the sheer verticality of this part of Madera County.