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2012 Map of Marion Peak

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Marion Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Marion Peak and the high-altitude drainage basins of the Sierra Nevada define this area of Fresno County. The landscape is a network of alpine water systems, characterized by the Middle Fork Kings River and the steep descent of Triple Falls. The topographical data reveals a series of named basins and ridges, including the Cirque Crest and the expansive Lake Basin, which feed into various tributaries like Cartridge Cr and Arrow Cr.

Glacial history is evident in the naming of Glacier Valley and the Glacier Lakes. High-elevation crossings and meadows, such as Granite Pass and Horseshoe Meadows, suggest the traditional routes used to navigate this demanding terrain. Unique place names like Muro Blanco and the Lake of the Fallen Moon highlight the local identity given to specific geological formations and bodies of water in this wilderness region.