2019 Map of Italian Creek

About this map

American Flag Mtn and Forest Hill anchor this high-altitude landscape in the Gunnison National Forest. The 2019 survey documents a complex network of seasonal routes and backcountry access points, including the Italian Pass and specialized corridors like the Spring Creek/Rocky Brook Snwmo (Snow) route. The hydrology of the area is defined by the Taylor River and its numerous tributaries such as S Italian Cr, Tellurium Cr, and Mysterious Cr. These waters feed distinctive high-country features like Mysterious Lake, Horsethief Lake, and multiple locations labeled Lily Pond. The map reveals the intricate topographic relationship between steep drainage basins like Dark Gulch and the high ridges that separate the t12s r84w and t13s r83w townships. This modern topographic record is essential for understanding the contemporary management and recreational infrastructure of the Gunnison backcountry.