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2001 Map of Tiltill Mountain

Name: 2001 Topographic Map of Tiltill Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2004
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2004

About this map

Yosemite National Park and the adjacent Emigrant Wilderness dominate this high-country landscape, where massive granite features and glacial basins define the topography. The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail traverses the eastern edge of the quadrangle, crossing Jack Main Canyon near Wilma Lake. The central portion is characterized by a dense network of alpine water bodies, including Huckleberry Lake, Bear Lake, and the three-part Branigan Lake system.

Tiltill Mountain and Mahan Peak stand as prominent landmarks above the drainages of Falls Creek and Kendrick Creek. The southern reach of the map shows the rugged approach to Lake Vernon, supported by the Rancheria Trail and a marked Footbridge over Falls Creek. This survey captures the specialized infrastructure of high-altitude recreation and conservation, illustrating how trail networks like the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail negotiate the steep elevation changes of Moraine Ridge and the surrounding peaks.