2019 Map of Boulder

About this map

Boulder and the surrounding foothills of the Roosevelt National Forest define this landscape, where the urban grid of the city meets the sharp rise of the Front Range. The map illustrates a complex relationship between the built environment and the steep terrain, centered on the University of Colorado at Boulder and the Boulder County Justice Center. Higher elevation settlements such as Pine Brook Hill, Jamestown, and Sunshine are tucked into the canyons, served by winding routes like Lefthand Canyon Dr. Water management is prominent throughout the region, evidenced by the intricate network of the Silver Lake Ditch, Farmers Ditch, and Anderson Extension Ditch, alongside numerous reservoirs like Wonderland Lake and Maxwell Reservoir that support the local valley. Notable landmarks include Flagstaff Mtn and the historic grounds of Columbia Cem.