2015 Map of Kaiser Peak

About this map

Huntington Lake defines the southern edge of this high-altitude landscape, where the settlements of Lakeshore and Cedar Crest serve as gateways to the Sierra National Forest. The topography is dominated by the granite heights of Kaiser Peak and the passage through Potter Pass, which connects the lake basin to the complex drainage of Kaiser Cr and its many tributaries. This 2015 survey illustrates a wilderness defined by its water resources, from the remote alpine basins of Upper Twin Lake and Lower Twin Lake to the industrial legacy of the Ward Tunnel. The area's character is shaped by a mix of recreation and hydro-infrastructure, with Kaiser Pass Rd providing the primary access through the steep terrain near Snow Bend. High meadows like Gloria Meadow and Sample Meadows punctuate the landscape, offering distinct landmarks for those tracing the historical trails and forest boundaries of this part of the Sierra Nevada.