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1956 Map of Giant Forest

USGS Topo · Published 1968

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Sequoia National Park and Kings Canyon National Park converge in this mid-century survey of the High Sierra, showing the established infrastructure of the parks alongside rugged natural landmarks. Small mountain settlements like Wilsonia and Hartland serve as human outposts near dense groves of ancient trees, including the Gen Grant Grove and the Giant Forest. The winding path of the Generals Highway provides the primary artery through the landscape, connecting key sites such as the Big Stump Entrance Station to deep-park features like the Sherman Tree and Moro Rock. Along the Middle Fork Kaweah River, developed campgrounds at Potwisha and Buckeye Flat mark the transition from the high peaks to the river canyons. This edition reflects the mid-1960s state of backcountry access, documenting numerous ranger stations, fire lookouts, and high-altitude meadows like Log Corral Meadow that defined the era's conservation and recreation management.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1968
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.6 x 20.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain