2015 Map of Coyote Flat

About this map

Inyo National Forest encompasses this high-altitude landscape where the Sierra Nevada peaks meet the Owens Valley watershed. The high plateau of Coyote Flat dominates the central terrain, bordered by steep-walled drainages including Shannon Canyon and the headwaters of Baker Creek. At the base of the mountains, Glacier Lodge Road provides access toward the southern glacial lakes. The map documents an intricate network of alpine water sources such as Summit Lake, Black Lake, and Hidden Lake, alongside distinctive clearings like Sanger Meadow and Cienega Mirth. These features illustrate the seasonal grazing and recreational history of the Eastern Sierra. Notable landmarks like Round Mtn and Sugarloaf rise above the flats, while the transition from High Meadows to Logging Flat reflects historical land use patterns before these areas were primarily managed for conservation and backcountry recreation.