2016 Map of Cimarrona Peak

About this map

Cimarrona Peak and the high ridges of the Continental Divide define this wilderness landscape within the Rio Grande National Forest and San Juan National Forest. The map documents a complex network of backcountry routes, including the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail and the Cimarrona Trail, which navigate the steep transition from the peaks down to the Williams Cr Reservoir. Evidence of high-altitude hydrology is everywhere, from the clustered Palisade Lakes and Hossick Lake to the headwaters of the Middle Fork Piedra River. Topographic names like Porphyry Gulch, Poison Park, and Pistol Park hint at the rugged character of this backcountry area, while Squaw Pass serves as a key crossing point along the divide.