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2004 Map of Huntington Lake

Name: 2004 Topographic Map of Huntington Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2007
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2007

About this map

Huntington Lake serves as the focal point of this mountain landscape, which captures the intersection of mid-century hydroelectric infrastructure and modern recreation. The settlement of Big Creek and its associated Powerhouse No. 1 highlight the region's industrial utility, while the surrounding Sierra National Forest is mapped with extensive detail regarding high-altitude recreation. The map identifies specific summer developments like Cedar Crest and Dowville, alongside dedicated winter sites including Coyote Snow Park and Tamarack Snow Park.

Topographical interest is concentrated around the granite massifs of Kerckhoff Dome and Chinese Peak, with the northern boundary transitioning into the protected Kaiser Wilderness. The complex drainage network of Pitman Creek, Tamarack Creek, and Stevenson Creek illustrates the rugged watershed that feeds the central reservoir. Trails such as the Kaiser Loop Trail and specialized vehicle paths like the Strawberry OHV Route show how the landscape was navigated at the turn of the 21st century.