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2022 Map of Cascade

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

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

The USAF Academy grounds occupy the northeast portion of this landscape, where the ramparts of the Pike National Forest meet the expanding reach of Colorado Springs. This terrain is characterized by a complex network of high-altitude reservoirs, including Rampart Reservoir, Stanley Reservoir, and Northfield Reservoir, which support the water needs of the Front Range communities below. The map captures the interface between the preserved wilderness of the mountains and the residential developments that climb into the foothills near Glen Eyrie.

Prominent geological landmarks like Echo Rock, Gate Rock, and the distinctive Kissing Camels formation define the area's physical character. The Ute Pass corridor follows Fountain Cr through the settlements of Chipita Park and Cascade, tracing a historic route of travel and habitation. This modern survey provides a precise record of trail systems like the Schubarth Trl and Stanley Canyon Trl as they navigate the dramatic elevation changes of the Rampart Range.