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2001 Map of Crystal Creek

Name: 2001 Topographic Map of Crystal Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2004
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2004

About this map

Fossil Ridge dominates this mountainous portion of the Gunnison National Forest, where high-altitude drainages such as Crystal Creek and Threemile Creek flow toward the Taylor River. The landscape reflects a specialized forest management era, clearly delineating the Fossil Ridge Wilderness from various recreation management zones. While the high country is defined by steep summits and timberline terrain, the presence of isolated prospects and a named prospect near Cornmache Gulch points to the area's mineral exploration history.

Transportation through this terrain is limited to historic paths like the Summerville Trail and the Colorado Trail, which crosses the southwestern corner of the quadrangle. Recreational development is concentrated at the Rosy Lane Recreation Area along the river. The map also captures the headwaters of the Alder Creek system, including W Fk Alder Creek and East Alder Creek, providing a detailed look at the hydrology of the Gunnison County high country.