2015 Map of Rough Spur

About this map

Sierra National Forest high-country terrain defines this portion of Fresno County, where steep drainages and mountain peaks dominate the landscape. The geography is marked by significant vertical relief, extending from the depths of Granite Gorge to the summits of Spanish Mtn and Hoffman Mtn. A network of alpine water features provides a detailed look at the drainage patterns of the era, including the Chain Lakes, Duck Lake, and Geraldine Lakes. The naming conventions here often reference the practical nature of the land's navigation and grazing history, seen in labels like Round Corral Meadow, Garlic Meadow, and Cow Meadow. Significant geological landmarks such as Finger Rock, Sugarpine Hill, and the namesake Rough Spur offer clear reference points for those studying the physical evolution of the Sierra Nevada range. The map also traces the winding course of the Statham River and numerous creeks that feed into this complex hydrological system.