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1977 Map of Deep Lake

Name: 1977 Topographic Map of Deep Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

Flat Tops Wilderness and the White River National Forest dominate this high-altitude landscape in Garfield County. The terrain is defined by a series of distinct plateaus and high basins, punctuated by peaks such as Hunns Peak and the prominent Triangle Mountain. This 1970s survey, with later revisions, shows a remote region managed for both conservation and recreation, evidenced by the cluster of lakeside facilities including Deep Lake Campground and Klines Folly Campground.

Water is a defining characteristic of the plateau, with numerous alpine bodies like Heart Lake, Bison Lake, and Clock Lake feeding the headwaters of the South Fork White River. Historically significant routes like the Ute Trail traverse the ridgelines, following the natural contours of the Flat Tops to provide access across the high country. The road network remains minimal, with Coffee Pot Road serving as a primary artery into the wilderness area.