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2001 Map of Tower Peak

USGS Topo · Published 2004

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Tower Peak rises at the convergence of several wilderness boundaries, marking a point where the Yosemite National Park and Stanislaus National Forest meet. This high-altitude landscape is defined by its glaciated basins and an extensive network of alpine water bodies, including Mary Lake, Dorothy Lake, and the Chain of Lakes. The drainage patterns are clearly visible as the West Walker River flows north through Walker Meadows, while Jack Main Canyon Creek and Tilden Creek head south into the park. Human presence in this environment is sparse and functional, centered on long-distance travel and extraction. The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail winds through the central corridor, passing landmarks like Piute Cabin. Evidence of early resource exploration is found at the Prospect site near Summit Meadow, indicating the area's history of mineral survey work amidst the granite ridges of the Saurian Crest and Montezuma Ridge.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed2001
Date Published2004
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions21.4 x 26.5 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain