2015 Map of Rockbound Valley

About this map

Eldorado National Forest defines this high-elevation landscape in El Dorado County, where the headwaters of the Rubicon River carve through the Rockbound Valley. The terrain is characterized by a dense concentration of alpine water bodies, including Rockbound Lake, Lake Schmidell, and the Rubicon Reservoir, which serves as a significant hydrologic feature in the northwest. Several small, named flats such as Onion Flat, Camper Flat, and China Flat suggest areas of slightly more level ground amidst a series of prominent summits including Rubicon Peak, Phipps Peak, and the jagged Crystal Range. Navigation through these peaks is facilitated by established routes like Rockbound Pass and Dicks Pass, while the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail winds north-to-south, connecting the lakes and passes. This map provides a clear record of the area's wilderness character and the network of glacial lakes that define the region's geography.