2015 Map of Mount Thompson

About this map

Aspendell sits at the northern edge of this high-altitude landscape, serving as a gateway to the steep eastern escarpment of the Sierra Nevada. The map details a complex drainage system where the Middle Fork Bishop Cr and several glacial basins feed into significant reservoirs like Lake Sabrina and South Lake. The terrain is characterized by massive granite peaks, including Mount Thompson and Mt Gilbert, which define the rugged boundary between Inyo National Forest and Kings Canyon National Park. The presence of Sky Haven in the southeast and named backcountry landmarks such as The Hunchback and Cloudripper illustrates the area's significance for alpine recreation and water management in the early 21st century. High-country hikers and historians can trace numerous trail-accessible water bodies, from the Tyee Lakes to the remote Thunder and Lightning Lake.