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2012 Map of Mount Hilton

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Mount Hilton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Globe Mill stands as a focal point in this high-elevation landscape within Trinity County, marking a site of historical industry near the southern edge of the quadrangle. The terrain is defined by a complex network of watercourses, including the E Fork N Fork Trinity River and Canyon Cr, which descend through steep ravines like Ripstein Gulch and Stonehouse Gulch. This 2012 survey illustrates a region largely shaped by wilderness and recreation, evidenced by numerous backcountry outposts such as Enos Camp, McKay Camp, and Todd Cabin.

High-altitude features like Sawtooth Mountain and Mount Hilton overlook a series of glacial basins containing Sapphire Lake, Mirror Lake, and the Forbidden Lakes. The presence of the Canyon Creek Trailhead Parking and Ripstein Campground suggests the modern use of these old trails and mining-era locations for mountain access. The map provides a clear view of the transition from the riparian meadows of Upper Canyon Creek Meadows to the sharp granite peaks that dominate the northern horizon.