1994 Map of Monache Mountain

About this map

Monache Mountain dominates this high-altitude landscape where the Inyo National Forest meets the Sequoia National Forest. The geography is defined by a vast network of hydrologic features and high-country meadows, most notably the South Fork Kern River which snakes through the Golden Trout Wilderness. Geologic interest is found at Olivas Spring (Fumarole), signaling the volcanic history of the region near Bakeoven Meadow. Transport and utility markers like the Landing Strip and Gaging Station indicate the remote but managed nature of this wilderness during the late twentieth century. Peaks such as Jackass Peak and Smith Peak provide landmarks for navigating the complex drainage systems of Jackass Creek and Soda Creek, while various Corral sites point to the area's history of backcountry ranching and stock management.