2018 Map of Mount Goddard

About this map

Muir Pass serves as a critical high-altitude junction in this high Sierra landscape, where the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail winds through the heart of Kings Canyon National Park. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevation changes and a dense network of glacial basins, including the Ionian Basin and the deep descent of the Enchanted Gorge. Large alpine water bodies like Wanda Lake, Helen Lake, and Martha Lake occupy the high benches beneath peaks such as Mt Goddard and the Black Giant. The map illustrates the complex drainage systems of the Middle Fork Kings River and Goddard Creek as they navigate the Le Conte Divide and Black Divide. This 2018 survey provides researchers with a modern record of these protected wilderness areas within the Sierra National Forest, documenting the permanent snowfields and rocky outcrops that characterize the crest of the range.