2021 Map of Cherry Lake South

About this map

Cherry Lake and Lake Eleanor anchor the upper reaches of this High Sierra landscape, where the boundary between Stanislaus National Forest and Yosemite National Park divides the high ridges. The map captures a transition from the deep drainage of the Tuolumne River at the southern edge, near the Tuolumne Wild and Scenic River corridor, to the high alpine meadows and peaks of the Sierra Nevada. Localities like Kelly Flat, Joes Point, and Jones Point are documented along the lower elevations, while the interior is accessible only by a network of trails. Significant routes include the Preston Falls Trl and the Andresen Mine Trl, reflecting the historical mining and pack-trail legacy of the region. The map provides a precise look at the forest service infrastructure, including Cottonwood Rd and numerous fire-access routes such as Cherry Oil Rd.