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1997 Map of Cuyamaca Peak

Name: 1997 Topographic Map of Cuyamaca Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2000
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2000

About this map

Cuyamaca Rancho State Park and the surrounding Cleveland National Forest dominate this late-century landscape, capturing the area's transition into a major recreational and conservation hub. The map centers on the high elevations of the Cuyamaca Mountains, including Middle Peak, Stonewall Peak, and the namesake Cuyamaca Peak. Evidence of the region's earlier industrial roots remains visible at the Stonewall Mine and Museum near the shores of Cuyamaca Lake, which is regulated by the Cuyamaca Dam.

The complex network of fire roads and trails, such as the Azalea Spring Fire Road and Soapstone Grade Road, highlights the management of this fire-prone backcountry. Cultural landmarks like Camp Wolahi, Cuyamaca Lodge, and the State Park Headquarters provide a record of mid-to-late 20th-century park infrastructure, while the inclusion of the Lucky Five Ranch and Milk Ranch points to the area's legacy of high-country ranching.