Loading map...

2023 Map of Elk Park

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Elk Park
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Ashley National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape along the border of Daggett and Uintah counties. The area is defined by a dense network of high-mountain meadows or "parks," including Pat Carroll Park, Soldier Park, and Lost Park. These clearings follow the drainage patterns of significant watercourses like Carter Creek and Trout Creek, suggesting a history of seasonal grazing or high-country exploration.

Modern recreational use is prominent through an extensive trail system, featuring the long-distance Uinta Highline Trl and specialized routes such as the Don Hatch Memorial Snowmobile Trl and the Elk Park-X-C Ski Trail. The presence of the Oaks Park Reservoir and numerous named springs like Leona Spring highlights the vital water management and natural hydrology essential to this part of the Uinta Mountains. The map provides a contemporary record of how these traditional named landmarks and modern forest infrastructure coexist.