2022 Map of Byers Peak

About this map

The Continental Divide winds through the high alpine terrain of the Arapaho National Forest, marking the boundary between Grand and Clear Creek counties. This 2022 survey documents a landscape defined by significant water management and recreation infrastructure, notably the August P Gumlick Tunnel which cuts beneath the Continental Mountains to divert water between watersheds. High-altitude peaks such as Byers Peak, Bills Peak, and Mt Nystrom overlook a network of glacial basins containing Saint Louis Lake and Horseshoe Lake. The map details a complex system of established paths including the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail and the St Louis Divide Trl, which provide access to remote crossings like Saint Louis Pass and Jones Pass.