2015 Map of Sonora Pass

About this map

The Sonora Pass area marks a dramatic intersection of natural boundaries and high-altitude terrain at the divide between the Stanislaus National Forest and Toiyabe National Forest. This 2015 survey detail captures the crossing of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail as it weaves through jagged summits like Sonora Peak and Leavitt Peak. Historically significant drainage systems define the landscape, from the Middle Fork Stanislaus River in the west to the E Fork Carson River in the northeast. Notable landmarks for backcountry travelers include the Kennedy Meadow area and the waters of Relief Reservoir. The map illustrates the rugged transition where Tuolumne, Alpine, and Mono counties meet, anchored by remote features such as Kennedy Lake and the high-altitude Saint Marys Pass.