2022 Map of Granite Chief

About this map

Granite Chief and the high Sierra Nevada crest dominate this part of the Tahoe National Forest in Placer County. The terrain is defined by a dense network of backcountry routes, including the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail and the Western States Trail, which weave through glacial valleys and over high ridges like the Forest Hill Divide. The map illustrates the headwaters of the North Fork American River and the Middle Fork American River, separated by massive landmarks such as Lyon Peak and Needle Peak.