2015 Map of Tehipite Dome

About this map

Tehipite Dome stands as a massive landmark overlooking the Middle Fork Kings River within the Kings Canyon National Park boundary. This high-altitude landscape is characterized by its dramatic vertical relief, from the Gorge of Despair to the high crests of the Sierra Nevada. The map details a transition from the wilderness of the Sierra National Forest into the national park, highlighting isolated meadows such as Gnat Meadow and Hay Meadow. The region's hydrological complexity is evident in the many descending creeks like Silver Cr and Scepter Cr, which feed the river below. For those studying the terrain, features like the Volcanic Cone and Obelisk mark distinct geological formations, while Randle Corral provides a rare sign of human utility in this formidable mountain environment.