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2019 Map of Cheesman Lake

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Cheesman Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Cheesman Lake serves as the central focal point of this terrain where the South Platte River is joined by multiple tributaries including Goose Cr, Turkey Cr, and Wigwam Cr. The landscape is defined by the complex drainage systems of the Pike National Forest, where steep gulches such as Monument Gulch and Molly Gulch carve through the granite heights of Cheesman Mtn and Sugarloaf Peak.

Evidence of recreational and backcountry access is noted through the Goose Creek Arm Trail and the designated area of Lost Valley Park. The map also captures the distinct physical geography of The Island within the lake itself and the transition between Jefferson, Douglas, Park, and Teller counties. This survey provides a precise record of the hydrological network supporting the South Platte, from the primary channel to seasonal features like Sand Draw.