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2011 Map of Summit Lake

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Summit Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Summit Lake serves as the focal point for this high-desert basin in Humboldt County, where water sources like Perry Spring and Fivemile Spring define the survival of the landscape. The map captures a transition point between the expansive Fivemile Flat and the northern reaches of Wild Horse Pasture, showing a remote region shaped by seasonal hydrology and historical outposts. Local history is anchored by Camp McGarry and the nearby Summit Lake Cemetery, reflecting the area's legacy of frontier settlement and tribal heritage.

Transportation through this isolated terrain is primarily facilitated by Soldier Meadows Rd, which intersects with the Summit Lake Landing Strip. The drainage patterns are clearly marked by Mahogany Creek and Snow Creek flowing toward the lake, while the western edge is defined by the steep descent of Tollhouse Canyon. This survey illustrates how contemporary land use, such as the Parman Reservoir, continues to rely on these ancient watercourses.