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1990 Map of Matterhorn Peak

Name: 1990 Topographic Map of Matterhorn Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1990
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1990

About this map

Matterhorn Peak and the high granite spires of the Sawtooth Ridge define this remote section of the High Sierra, situated along the boundary between Mono and Tuolumne counties. The landscape is characterized by a series of high-altitude glacial basins and prominent summits such as Whorl Mountain and Finger Peaks. This 1990 provisional survey documents the extensive trail networks and wilderness areas within Yosemite National Park and the adjacent Toiyabe National Forest.

Hydrographic features are central to the terrain, with numerous alpine lakes including Peeler Lake, Smedberg Lake, and Crown Lake feeding into deep drainages like Matterhorn Creek and Piute Canyon. Significant geological features such as The Slide and The Cleaver provide specific landmarks for navigation. The presence of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail and various mountain passes, such as Benson Pass and Mule Pass, highlights the established routes through this protected wilderness area.