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2022 Map of Big Soap Park

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Big Soap Park
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

Gunnison National Forest dominates this section of the West Elk Mountains, where the high-altitude landscape is defined by its complex drainage systems and volcanic peaks. The area around Big Soap Park serves as a central hub for a extensive network of trails, including the Soap Creek Trl and East Soap Trl, which follow the branching forks of Soap Cr. This map captures the intricate topography of the Kaufman Ridge and the distinct volcanic profiles of Porcupine Cone and Haystack Mtn.

Further west, the terrain transitions toward Curecanti Pass and the headwaters of Curecanti Cr. The naming conventions found on the map, such as Beaver Jungle, Jackass Gulch, and Coal Basin, reflect the area's legacy of early exploration and resource discovery. This detailed survey provides a clear view of the wilderness before the seasonal snows or modern development alter the accessibility of these remote high-country basins.