2018 Map of Mount Tom

About this map

Mt Tom and Mt Humphreys dominate the high-altitude horizon of the eastern Sierra Nevada, straddling the border of Inyo National Forest and Sierra National Forest. This terrain is characterized by a dense network of glacial tarns and alpine basins, where Gable Cr and Pine Cr drain towards the Owens Valley. The map documents the complex water systems of the high country, including the Gable Lakes, Horton Lake, and the expansive Humphreys Basin. Topographical transitions are marked by named crossings and cols, such as Pine Creek Pass and Carol Col, which link the rugged French Canyon to the eastern slopes. The concentration of specifically named water bodies like Steelhead Lake, Honeymoon Lake, and Moon Lake suggests a landscape shaped by both natural hydrology and long-standing recreational use in the Fresno and Inyo county backcountry.