2011 Map of Allenspark

About this map

Saint Vrain Mountain and the high ridges of Wild Basin dominate this high-altitude landscape, where the headwaters of the North Saint Vrain Creek and Middle Saint Vrain Creek carve through the Front Range. The map captures a high-mountain economy transitioned from resource extraction to recreation, showing historic mining operations like the Twin Sister Mine, Majestic Mine, and Diana Mine alongside newer developments like the Rock Creek Ski Area. Small settlements such as Allenspark, Ferncliff, and Meeker Park cluster along the eastern edge, serving as gateways to the back-country. The distribution of numerous campgrounds, including Olive Ridge Campground and Meeker Park Campground, reflects the area's role as a major destination for early 21st-century outdoor enthusiasts. Water management remains central to the geography, evidenced by features like the Pear Dam and Green Lake Dam.