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1994 Map of Mt. Barcroft

Name: 1994 Topographic Map of Mt. Barcroft
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1997
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1997

About this map

The White Mountains high-altitude landscape is defined here by scientific research and ancient botany within the Inyo National Forest. High-elevation labs, including the White Mtn Research Station Barcroft Laboratory and the Crooked Creek Laboratory, emphasize the region's importance for atmospheric and biological study. The terrain is marked by the presence of the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, home to the specifically noted Patriarch Tree.

Evidence of historical extraction persists through the Eva Belle Mine and Golden Siren Mine, while the drainage of McAfee Creek and Cottonwood Creek provides water in an otherwise arid alpine environment. Small outposts like Lamb Camp and McCloud Camp suggest seasonal use by researchers or ranchers, while the Observatory near Mt Barcroft marks the peak of scientific infrastructure in this remote reach of Mono County.