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2000 Map of Elkhorn Mountain

Name: 2000 Topographic Map of Elkhorn Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2004
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2004

About this map

Elkhorn Mountain and the surrounding high-altitude terrain dominate this segment of the Routt National Forest, where the landscape is defined by resource extraction and forest management. The presence of the Elkhorn Mine along with various prospects and prospect pits indicates an era of active mineral exploration. The regional infrastructure is specialized, featuring the Elkhorn Stock Driveway and the Elkhorn North Stock Driveway, which highlight the historical importance of seasonal livestock movement through these mountains.

Water management and forest administration are anchored by multiple facilities, including the Summit Creek Guard Station, Little Red Park Guard Station, and Ellis North Guard Station. The drainage network, led by the Middle Fork Little Snake River, carves through distinct mountain meadows or "parks" such as Crane Park and Big Red Park. A solitary grave near King Solomon Creek provides a poignant connection to the individuals who lived and worked in this backcountry.