1982 Map of Shaver Lake

About this map

Shaver Lake serves as the focal point for this high-altitude landscape in Sierra National Forest, where the transition from recreation to industrial history is visible on the terrain. The settlement of Shaver Lake is surrounded by a network of seasonal camps and established communities like Ockenden and Sierra Cedars. The map records a legacy of timber harvesting, marking numerous locations where the forest has reclaimed earlier operations, including the Old Bretz Mill (Site), Mathews Mill (Site), and Peterson Mill (Site). Drainage from Mount Stevenson feeds into Stevenson Creek, while the southern reaches are defined by the steep descent of Sycamore Creek and the notable Soaproot Flat. This survey highlights the complex infrastructure required for mountain life, from the Pine Ridge Sch and Pine Ridge Ranger Station to the specialized Sewage Disposal Ponds and water tanks that support the local population.