2015 Map of Mount Silliman

About this map

Mt Silliman and the jagged Kings-Kaweah Divide dominate this high-elevation wilderness where Sequoia National Park meets Kings Canyon National Park. The landscape is defined by its dramatic granite topography and alpine hydrology, featuring a dense network of meadows and glacial lakes such as Seville Lake, Ranger Lake, and the Twin Lakes. This 2015 study traces the intricate drainage basins of Sugarloaf Cr and Silliman Cr, revealing a terrain shaped by steep elevation changes and narrow corridors like Belle Canyon. Movement through this backcountry is dictated by high-altitude crossings, including Silliman Pass, Marvin Pass, and J.O. Pass. The map serves as a primary record of the complex boundary between Fresno and Tulare counties as it traverses the Silliman Crest and Sentinel Ridge.