2016 Map of Bear Mountain

About this map

Graham Peak and Bear Mountain dominate this high-altitude landscape within the San Juan National Forest, where the terrain is defined by its drainage systems and pack trails. The map documents a complex network of watercourses including Coldwater Creek and Sand Creek, which flow through high meadows like Bear Park and Lone Tree Park. A significant geographical boundary between Hinsdale and Archuleta counties bisects the region, reflecting the administrative divisions in this undeveloped forest interior. The southern portion of the sheet is marked by the path of the Piedra River as it passes near the Second Box Canyon. Long-established routes such as the Sand Creek Trail and the Coldwater Stock Drive Trail illustrate the historical reliance on traditional paths for moving livestock and navigating the wilderness before modern road development reached these elevations.