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2021 Map of Independence Lake

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Independence Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Independence Lake sits as the central focal point of this high-altitude landscape along the border of Sierra Co and Nevada Co. The terrain is defined by a series of prominent peaks and ridgelines, including Mt Lola, Basin Peak, and Red Mtn, which frame various meadow systems such as Perazzo Meadows and Meathouse Meadow. The drainage patterns are clearly visible, with the Little Truckee River and Sagehen Cr flowing through the northern and eastern portions of the quadrangle.

A network of historic transport routes and recreational paths crisscrosses the Tahoe National Forest. The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trl traverses the southwestern corner, while the Old Henness Pass Trl and Henness Pass Rd provide a glimpse into the region's mid-19th-century wagon route history. These paths connect the many sub-alpine basins like Paradise Valley and Carpenter Valley, offering a detailed view of the watershed and topographical character of the High Sierra before modern development.