1980 Map of Electric Peak

About this map

Electric Peak and its neighboring summits stand as the high-elevation anchors of this survey, which straddles the boundary between the San Isabel National Forest and Rio Grande National Forest. The map documents a rugged alpine landscape defined by glacial activity, evidenced by a concentration of high-country water bodies including the Brush Creek Lakes, Lakes of the Clouds, and Banjo Lake. The human imprint on this terrain is primarily industrial and recreational. High-altitude mining operations such as the Cloverdale Mine and Rita Alta Mine are marked alongside numerous unnamed prospects, reflecting the mineral exploration that once drew people to these peaks. A network of primitive transport routes, including the Rainbow Trail and various jeep trails, provides the primary access across the Saguache and Custer county line.