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2015 Map of Monache Mountain

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Monache Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Monache Mtn and Smith Mtn dominate the high-elevation landscape of this Tulare County backcountry within the Inyo National Forest and Sequoia National Forest. The 2015 topography reveals a complex network of seasonal meadows and riparian corridors, including the sprawling Monache Meadow and the serpentine course of the S Fork Kern River. The area is characterized by its vital water sources such as Soda Springs and Olivas Spring, which historically supported the seasonal grazing practices indicated by the numerous named meadows like McConnell Meadow and Bakeoven Meadow.

Access to this remote mountain terrain is defined by primitive routes such as the Monache Jeep Road and the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, which traverses the eastern portion of the quadrangle. Significant peaks like Jackass Peak and Deer Mtn provide landmarks for high-country navigation. The map captures the administrative boundaries and forest service infrastructure, including Forest Rte 21S36, essential for managing these protected wilderness lands.