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2015 Map of Idyllwild

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Idyllwild
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Idyllwild sits at the northern end of this survey, surrounded by the high-elevation terrain of the San Jacinto Mountains. The settlement pattern reflects the complex topography of the San Bernardino National Forest, where communities like Mountain Center and Saunders Meadow are connected by winding routes such as State Hwy 74. The landscape is defined by dramatic ridgelines and water sources, from the prominent Antsell Rock and Baldy Mtn to the essential waters of Lake Hemet in the south.

Outdoor recreation and conservation define the modern character of this region, evidenced by the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail traversing the eastern ridges. The map details a network of forest routes, including Forest Rte 5S08 and Forest Rte 6S04, which provide access to remote features like Fobes Canyon and Willow Valley. The transition from the peaks of South Peak to the lower reaches of Hemet Valley illustrates the varied ecological zones preserved within the national forest system.