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1956 Map of Freel Peak, 1967 Print
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1956 Map of Freel Peak

USGS Topo · Published 1967

About this map

Freel Peak towers over a landscape defined by the high-altitude divide between the Lake Tahoe basin and the agricultural expanses of the Carson Valley. During the mid-1950s, the south shore of the lake was undergoing a visible transformation into a year-round recreation hub, evidenced by the Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge and burgeoning settlements like Stateline, Bijou, and Al Tahoe. This era captures the transition from older sites like the Sierra House (Site) to modern facilities such as the 4 H Club Camp. To the east, the map reveals an intricate network of irrigation ditches, including the Diamond Ditch and Millich Ditch, supporting the ranching communities of Minden, Gardnerville, and Woodfords. The rugged interior is crossed by historic routes like the Snowshoe Thompson and Von Schmidt Line, marking both the physical challenges of the terrain and the legal complexities of the California-Nevada border.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1967
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions17.3 x 21.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain