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2018 Map of Quinn Peak

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Quinn Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Quinn Peak stands as a central high point in this high-elevation landscape where the Sequoia National Park and Sequoia National Forest meet. The terrain is defined by the massive spine of the Great Western Divide in the northeast, giving way to a network of alpine basins and watercourses. Significant hydrologic features including the Little Kern River, S Fork Kaweah River, and numerous glacial lake groups like Blossom Lakes and Maggie Lakes illustrate the drainage patterns of the Southern Sierra.

Transit through this vertical environment is marked by traditional high-country routes such as Farewell Gap and Windy Gap, which connect the various canyons and ridges. Named landmarks like Soda Butte and Camelback provide essential navigation points for those studying the geography of Tulare County. The transition from the protected parklands to the national forest is clearly delineated, showing the administrative management of this wilderness area.