2018 Map of Martis Peak

About this map

Truckee serves as the focal point for this high-elevation landscape, where the Truckee River carves through the northern reaches of the Tahoe National Forest. The map documents a complex network of residential developments and historic sites, including the settlements of Hirschdale, Union Mills, and Hinton. The terrain is defined by significant peaks and basins, from the prominent Martis Peak and Gold Star Peak to the open stretches of Martis Valley and Buck Meadows. High-altitude passes such as Brockway Summit provide critical transit corridors, while the presence of Sawmill Flat and the Old Hwy 40 corridor speaks to the region's long history of timber extraction and early transcontinental travel. The boundaries between Nevada Co and Placer Co intersect with the California and Nevada state line, illustrating the administrative complexity of this alpine border region.