2022 Map of Cisco Grove

About this map

Cisco and the surrounding high Sierra landscape define this corridor within the Tahoe National Forest. The map documents a significant high-altitude transport and water management network, where the South Yuba River and the Yuba River meet a complex system of reservoirs and alpine lakes. The geography is marked by massive granite features like Old Man Mtn and Signal Peak, alongside specialized recreational infrastructure such as the Mears Meadow Ohv Trl and Signal Lookout Loop Trl. This region, stretching across the Nevada and Placer county line, shows the modern footprint of historical mountain crossings at Yuba Pass and Yuba Gap. The presence of the Lake Valley Reservoir and numerous smaller bodies of water like the Loch Leven Lakes highlights the area's role in the regional watershed and hydroelectric system.