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2021 Map of Pyramid Peak

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Crystal Range and Pyramid Peak dominate the topography of the Eldorado National Forest, where high-elevation granite basins are filled with an intricate network of glacial lakes including Lake Aloha, Channel Lake, and Wrights Lake. This landscape, while primarily defined by its elevation and the Desolation Valley, contains traces of historical movement through the Sierra Nevada. The Pony Express Trl and the modern El Dorado Fwy parallel the S Fork American River, anchoring the small mountain settlements of Strawberry and Sciots Camp. Historic landmarks like the 39 Mile Stone and 42 Mile Stone mark the corridor's long-standing role as a vital passage. Forni family history is visible in the placement of Upper Forni and Lower Forni, suggesting seasonal land use in the high meadows before the region became a protected wilderness destination.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed2021
Date Published2021
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions24 x 29 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain