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1984 Map of Coyote Flat

Name: 1984 Topographic Map of Coyote Flat
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1994
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1994

About this map

Coyote Flat dominates this high-elevation landscape of the Eastern Sierra, captured in a period when these backcountry reaches remained under the stewardship of the Inyo National Forest. The map illustrates a complex network of seasonal drainages and glacial features, notably the Big Pine Lakes system in the southwest corner, including First Lake, Second Lake, and Fourth Lake. These water bodies are situated within the protected boundaries of the John Muir Wilderness, reflecting the region's long-standing status as a preserved natural sanctuary.

Evidence of the area's practical history is found in place names such as Logging Flat and Cow Meadow, which suggest a past of traditional land use preceding or coinciding with its wilderness designation. The topography is defined by significant landmarks like Piper Peak and Round Mtn, while the intricate branching of Coyote Creek and its many forks provides a detailed look at the drainage patterns that feed the Owens Valley below.