2016 Map of Buffalo Peak

About this map

Buffalo Peak and Buffalo Ridge dominate this high-elevation landscape within the Routt National Forest, illustrating a complex network of early 21st-century water management and recreation trails. The terrain is defined by an extensive system of ditches and reservoirs, such as the Slack-Weiss Reservoir, Two Ledge Reservoir, and Cochrane Ditch, which were engineered to move water across these high basins. These features reveal the critical role of water rights and irrigation in the Jackson County region. Beyond the water infrastructure, the map details numerous named alpine lakes including Kathleen Lake, Deep Lake, and the Arapaho Lakes. The presence of the Arapaho Ridge Trail and landmarks like Bundy Park and Red Hill underscore the area's continued importance for forestry and backcountry access in the Colorado Rockies.