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2012 Map of Sing Peak

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Sing Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Sing Peak and the surrounding high Sierra Nevada landscape dominate this 2012 survey, where intricate river systems and granite crests dictate the local geography. The headwaters of the S Fork Merced River and Chiquito Cr carve through the terrain, linked by established backcountry routes such as Merced Pass, Chiquito Pass, and Fernandez Pass. These passes have long served as vital corridors through the high country.

The presence of Gravelly Ford and the Upper Chiquito Campground indicates the area's utility for transit and seasonal habitation. Named meadows like Moraine Meadows and Givens Meadow offer breaks in the high-elevation topography. For researchers and geographers, the map documents a dense network of alpine water bodies, including Chain Lakes, Hoover Lakes, and the secluded Chittenden Lake, illustrating the complex hydrology of the Madera County wilderness.