1981 Map of Sardine Peak

About this map

Sardine Peak rises as the central landmark of this high-elevation landscape within the Tahoe National Forest during the early 1980s. The map illustrates a region defined by its timber and grazing history, evidenced by the presence of Lewis Mill Station along Smithneck Creek and Wheelers Sheep Camp situated near Kyburz Flat. A network of 4WD tracks connects isolated points of interest, including the Sardine Lookout and the Bear Valley Campground. The topography transitions from the steep drainage of Badenaugh Canyon to the broader expanse of Sardine Valley in the north. In the southeast, the rising waters of Stampede Res begin to touch the quadrangle boundary, while numerous springs like Sardine Spring and named meadows such as Pats Meadow highlight the critical water sources for the area's seasonal industries and wildlife.