2018 Map of Pickel Meadow

About this map

Pickel Meadow sits at the heart of this high-elevation terrain where the West Walker River is fed by a complex network of alpine creeks and falls. The presence of the MWTC Bridgeport (Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center) indicates the area's strategic use for specialized military training, while the surrounding Toiyabe National Forest and Stanislaus National Forest underscore its protected status. Backpackers and hikers can trace the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail as it winds through Kennedy Canyon and past several high-altitude water bodies, including Leavitt Lake and Fremont Lake. The landscape is defined by its glacial features and meadows, with drainage systems like Wolf Creek and Leavitt Creek creating landmarks such as Sardine Falls and Leavitt Falls.