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1953 Map of Merced Peak

USGS Topo · Published 1955

About this map

Yosemite National Park and the surrounding high country of the Sierra National Forest dominate this early 1950s survey. The landscape is defined by the headwaters of the Merced River, where the Merced Lake Ranger Sta and High Sierra Campground supported early wilderness administration and recreation. Glacial remnants like the Lyell Glacier and Mt Maclure Glacier are documented near the northeastern corner, highlighting the high-altitude ice fields before modern retreat. While much of the area remained protected wilderness, the map captures localized industrial and seasonal activity, including the Strawberry Tungsten Mine and isolated structures like Knoblock Cabin and Chetwood Cabin. These features, along with numerous named meadows like Starr King Meadow and Jackass Mdw, trace the history of forest management, mineral extraction, and high-country grazing in Madera and Mariposa counties.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1955
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.7 x 20.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain