2015 Map of Ebbetts Pass

About this map

Ebbetts Pass serves as the central high-altitude crossing in this 2015 survey, marking the intersection of three major national forests: Eldorado, Toiyabe, and Stanislaus. The map documents a landscape defined by sharp elevation changes and significant water resources, including the Kinney Reservoir and the N Fork Mokelumne River. Of particular interest to local historians is the Silver Mountain Mineral Monument, which acknowledges the mining legacy of the region. The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail winds through the high country, passing prominent landmarks like Raymond Peak and Reynolds Peak. This modern topographic study shows the distribution of remote alpine environments such as English Meadow and Milk Ranch Meadow, which reflect the historic seasonal grazing patterns that once dominated these Sierra Nevada highlands.