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1954 Map of Pickel Meadow

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Pickel Meadow
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1959
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1959

About this map

The Marine Corps Cold Weather Camp occupies the northern reaches of Pickel Meadow, marking a distinct military footprint within the Toiyabe National Forest. This high-altitude basin, where the West Walker River meanders through open flats, serves as a primary hub for mountain operations. The map documents the intersection of specialized military training grounds with established natural landmarks, including the nearby Leavitt Sta (Site) and the extensive trail and water network surrounding Leavitt Meadow.

Water and topography dominate the landscape, from the steep cascades of Mc Kay Sardine Falls to a high-country chain of lakes including Poore Lake, Roosevelt Lake, and Leavitt Lake. The boundaries between Alpine, Mono, and Tuolumne counties meet in this difficult terrain, highlighting the remote character of the Sierra Nevada before modern developments. Geologists and local historians can trace the course of Leavitt Creek and the numerous springs that feed the West Fork Walker River.