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1994 Map of Mazourka Peak

Name: 1994 Topographic Map of Mazourka Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1997
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1997

About this map

Mazourka Peak dominates this high-altitude landscape in Inyo County, serving as a primary landmark for the surrounding Inyo National Forest. The map documents a rugged interior region defined by steep drainages like Tamarack Canyon and Mazourka Canyon, where water sources are vital but sparse. These isolated water points, including Santa Rita Spring, Johnson Spring, and Barrel Springs, indicate the traditional transit corridors through the Inyo Mountains Wilderness.

Evidence of historical extraction is scattered across the slopes, with multiple Mines and Prospects located near Badger Flat. The presence of a Radio Facility atop the peak and a network of 4wd tracks suggests this era's reliance on high-clearance vehicle access for communications and land management. The terrain is further characterized by deep geological features such as Waucoba Canyon and Rops Gulch, illustrating the complex topography of the Inyo range during the late 20th century.