2015 Map of Kern Lake

About this map

The Kern River carves a deep path through the southern High Sierra, defining the center of this terrain where the Sequoia National Park, Sequoia National Forest, and Inyo National Forest converge. This survey documents the complex hydrological and geological features of the Upper Kern basin, including the distinctive Kern Lake and Little Kern Lake tucked within the Kern Canyon. High-altitude landmarks such as the Great Western Divide and the Sierra Nevada range dominate the western and central horizons, while the eastern edge is marked by steep formations like Tower Rock. The map illustrates a wilderness landscape shaped by water and granite, from the thermal interest of Soda Spring to the dramatic elevation changes at Hell for Sure and the isolated grazing grounds of Lion Meadows.