2016 Map of Italian Creek

About this map

American Flag Mtn dominates the high-altitude landscape of the Gunnison National Forest, where the complex drainage systems of the Taylor River and its numerous tributaries are mapped in exacting detail. This 2016 survey documents a backcountry environment characterized by high peaks and steep drainage basins, including the notable Dark Gulch and Forest Hill. The map serves as a vital record of the network of historic routes and modern trails that traverse the region, such as the Italian Pass Jeep Trail and the Star Trail. These paths connect remote water bodies like Mysterious Lake, Horsethief Lake, and Lily Pond, which are essential markers for navigators and historians of the Colorado high country. The convergence of Italian Creek and the Taylor River illustrates the hydrological patterns that have shaped this portion of Gunnison County.