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2019 Map of Chester

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

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Chester sits at the northern edge of this high-altitude landscape, where the boundaries of three major western forests converge. The Continental Divide bisects the terrain, serving as the physical spine between the Gunnison National Forest, San Isabel National Forest, and Rio Grande National Forest. This 2019 survey documents a region defined by its hydrography and trail systems rather than dense settlement, highlighting the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail as it snakes through the Cochetopa Hills.

High mountain parks such as Sawmill Park and Cameron Park offer relatively level clearings amidst the steep elevations of Windy Peak and Headwaters Hill. The map meticulously tracks the headwaters of numerous drainages, including Tank Seven Creek, Middle Creek, and Indian Creek. Seasonal access is marked by specialized routes like the Marshall Pass Snowmobile (Snow) and the Milk Creek Trail, reflecting the modern usage of this wilderness area for recreation and watershed management.