2015 Map of Mount Tom

About this map

Mount Tom and Mt Humphreys anchor this high-elevation landscape along the crest of the Sierra Nevada. The map captures a dramatic alpine environment defined by the county line between Inyo County and Fresno County. To the west, the Sierra National Forest encompasses the expansive Humphreys Basin, a glacial landscape dotted with numerous water bodies including Desolation Lake, Steelhead Lake, and French Lake. To the east, the Inyo National Forest falls away through steep drainages like Elderberry Canyon and Morgan Cr. This 2015 survey reveals the intricate hydrography of the high country, where features like Pine Creek Pass and Carol Col mark the traversable points between deep basins and high peaks. The concentration of named lakes, such as Honeymoon Lake and Moon Lake, suggests the area's importance for backcountry navigation and modern wilderness recreation.