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2017 Map of Crater Lake

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Crater Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Teton National Forest envelopes this high-elevation landscape within the Absaroka Range, where the headwaters of the Buffalo Fork river system begin their descent. The terrain is defined by prominent peaks such as Soda Mtn and Smokehouse Mtn, which overlook a network of expansive alpine clearings including Nowlin Meadow and Upper Nowlin Meadow. This area serves as a critical corridor for long-distance travel through the wilderness, anchored by the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail.

Hydrological features are central to the geography, from the eponymous Crater Lake to the secluded Angle Lakes. Notable water sources like Big Springs feed into the Soda Fork and N Buffalo Fork, while the North Fork Falls marks a significant elevation break in the northern reaches. The survey traces established backcountry routes such as the N Buffalo Fork Trail and Soda Fork Trail, reflecting the enduring pathfinding through these mountain passes.