2015 Map of Kibbie Lake

About this map

Yosemite National Park and Stanislaus National Forest share a high-altitude boundary in this 2015 survey, characterized by the glaciated granite of the central Sierra Nevada. The landscape is defined by a dense network of subalpine basins, including Kibbie Lake, Many Island Lake, and Laurel Lake. These water bodies feed into complex drainages such as Cherry Creek and Kendrick Creek, which have carved significant features like Cherry Creek Canyon. Dramatic elevation changes are evident at Mercur Peak and Gillett Mtn, while Styx Pass provides a notable point of transit between watersheds. The map details a wilderness area where natural landmarks like Lord Meadow and Kibbie Ridge remain the primary points of orientation, illustrating the pristine state of the high country in the early 21st century.