2021 Map of Claraville

About this map

Claraville sits at the heart of this high-elevation landscape within the Sequoia National Forest, representing a remote settlement pocket in the Piute Mountains. The area is characterized by a high-altitude network of meadows and flats, including Claraville Flat, Weldon Meadow, and Lomar Meadow, which historically supported seasonal grazing and mining operations. Evidence of early extractive industry remains via the Franceschi Mine and the Waterhole Mine Spring. Modern recreational use is represented by the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trl, which winds through the Sierra Nevada terrain past Sorrell Peak and Saint John Ridge. The geography is defined by deep drainages like Smith Canyon and Kelso Valley, while access remains limited to rugged routes like Piute Mountain Rd and Jawbone Canyon Rd.