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2016 Map of Cascade

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Cascade
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Pike National Forest dominates this landscape along the eastern edge of the Rampart Range, where the steep foothills meet the western fringes of the Colorado Springs area. The map documents the mountain communities of Cascade-Chipita Park, Chipita Park, and Cascade nestled along the winding path of Fountain Creek. These settlements are tied to the drainage systems and trails that define the region's topography, including Waldo Canyon and Williams Canyon.

Strategic water management is evident through a series of high-altitude catchments such as Rampart Reservoir, Nichols Reservoir, and Stanley Reservoir. Near the eastern boundary, the unique geological formations of the Garden of the Gods area are represented by features like Kissing Camels, Gate Rock, and Echo Rock near Glen Eyrie. The extensive trail network, featuring the Schubarth Spur Trail and Stanley Canyon Trail, highlights the transition from suburban development to protected wilderness.