2015 Map of Strawberry

About this map

Strawberry and Pinecrest anchor the eastern edge of this high-elevation landscape within the Stanislaus National Forest. The map documents a complex water management and recreation corridor, centered on the Middle Fork Stanislaus River and the expansive Beardsley Lake. To the north, the Donnell Tunnel represents significant regional engineering, while the Philadelphia Ditch reflects the long-standing infrastructure used to divert water through the granite terrain. The transition from the rugged river canyons to the recreational slopes is marked by Dodge Ridge and the small settlements of Cold Springs and Pedro Flat. Historic transit patterns are visible in the winding routes of Old Mono Rd and Old Strawberry Rd, tracing the evolution of mountain travel before modern highway improvements. The topography is defined by prominent landmarks such as Strawberry Peak and Bald Mtn, interspersed with high-altitude meadows like Sourgrass Meadow.