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2020 Map of Deer Creek Lake

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Deer Creek Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Boulder Mtn dominates this high-altitude landscape within the Dixie National Forest, where a complex network of seasonal water management and grazing lands defines the terrain. The map reveals an extensive system of alpine lakes and catchments, including West Fork Reservoir, Kings Pasture Reservoir, and Oak Cr Reservoir. These water sources support established grazing areas such as Baker Pasture, Kings Pasture, and Haws Pasture, reflecting the region's long-standing connection to livestock ranching.

Transport and recreation are centered on a dense web of paths, notably the Great Western Trail and more specialized routes like the Deer Creek Lake Trail and Horseshoe Lake Trail. Topographical landmarks such as The Baldys, Sawmill Point, and Trail Point provide orientation across the draws and flats. The names etched into the landscape, from Moosman Draw to Behunin Cr, record the presence of early families and settlers who navigated this portion of Garfield County.