2022 Map of Hermosa Peak

About this map

San Juan National Forest defines this high-elevation landscape, where the headwaters of several major drainages originate among the Rico Mountains. High summits such as Hermosa Peak, Blackhawk Mtn, and Whitecap Mtn anchor the terrain, while the Dolores River and Hermosa Cr flow through deep valleys. A complex network of historic trails and service roads, including the Rico-Silverton-Co.trail Trl and Hermosa Creek Trl, underscores the area's history as a transit corridor between mining districts. The map also reveals the intersection of four counties—Dolores, San Juan, Montezuma, and La Plata—meeting at remote points like Hotel Draw. This survey captures the alpine character of the region, from the open expanses of Tin Can Basin to the timbered slopes of Black Canyon.