2022 Map of Beaver Park

About this map

Uncompahgre National Forest and San Juan National Forest meet in this high-altitude landscape of San Miguel and Dolores Counties. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevations, from the summit of Big Baldy to the depths of Beaver Canyon. A complex network of irrigation infrastructure, including the Gurley Ditch, W Beaver Highline Ditch, and McCulloch Cr Ditch, reflects the necessity of water management in this arid mountain environment. Pockets of level ground such as Beaver Mesa and Dempsey Meadows provide contrast to the steep drainage systems of Specie Creek and Fall Creek. The naming conventions of the trails, such as Beef Trail Rd, suggest the area's historical connection to livestock movement through these national forests.