2012 Map of Mount Patterson

About this map

Mount Patterson stands as the central landmark in this high-altitude corner of the Sweetwater Mountains, where the California-Nevada border meets among the peaks and canyons. The landscape is defined by its seasonal water sources and isolated outposts, such as the remote Belfort settlement and Boulder Flat. The network of forest service roads and numbered trails connects historic sites like Sheeles Camp and Nugent Cabin, providing a glimpse into the pastoral and prospecting history of the region. Drainage patterns are dominated by Deep Cr, Desert Cr, and Swauger Cr, which carve through the terrain between prominent summits like South Sister and Wheeler Peak. Lobdell Lake serves as a significant water feature in the northwest, while the southeastern reaches give way to the open expanse of Long Meadow. This documentation reflects the enduring geography of the Mono County backcountry, emphasizing the relationship between established mountain camps and the complex hydrological systems of the Great Basin edge.