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1990 Map of Falls Ridge

Name: 1990 Topographic Map of Falls Ridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1990
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1990

About this map

The Tuolumne River carves a dramatic path through the heart of Yosemite National Park in this 1990 survey, defining the rugged landscape of the Yosemite Wilderness. The map highlights a spectacular series of cataracts along the river, including Waterwheel Falls, Le Conte Falls, California Falls, and the White Cascade. These hydraulic features are central to the identity of Falls Ridge and the Glen Aulin area, which serves as a remote hub for backcountry travelers.

Logistical landmarks such as the Glen Aulin High Sierra Camp and the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail provide crucial orientation for hikers navigating the high-elevation terrain between Tuolumne Meadows and the surrounding granite peaks. Notable summits like Matterhorn, Cold Mountain, and Regulation Peak tower over drainages like Return Creek and Cathedral Creek, illustrating the complex topography that has challenged explorers and surveyors for generations.