2011 Map of Del Norte Peak

About this map

Del Norte Peak and Beaver Mountain anchor this high-elevation landscape in Rio Grande County, which is defined by a dense network of high-country drainage systems and expansive alpine meadows. The terrain falls away from these summits toward Willow Park and Ruston Park, offering a clear view of the complex hydrology that feeds the Rio Grande basin. The southern portion of the sheet highlights the seasonal use of the land, evidenced by Double Cabins Park and the winding Beaver Creek Rd. The convergence of several forks, including the West Fork Pinos Creek and East Fork Pinos Creek, illustrates the essential role of these headwaters. Throughout the quadrangle, old routes like Toll Gate Creek suggest the historical movement of people and livestock through these high-altitude passes and along the Hogback Mesa.