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2013 Map of Jefferson

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Jefferson
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The high-elevation gateway of Jefferson sits at the southern edge of the Front Range's dramatic alpine transitions. This landscape is defined by the proximity of the Continental Divide and the crucial transit point at Kenosha Pass, where the elevation shapes both travel and settlement. Numerous legacy landholdings and livestock operations characterize the lower basin, including the Wahl Ranch, Steiner Ranch, and the Liesburg Homestead, many of which follow the course of Jefferson Cr.

Recreational infrastructure is heavily concentrated within the Pike National Forest, where a network of trails and campgrounds like the Colorado Trail 1776 and Hall Valley Campground supports seasonal visitors. The terrain rises sharply to the northwest toward Whale Peak, giving way to rugged drainages like Handcart Gulch and high-altitude water bodies such as Gibson Lake. This 2013 survey provides a clear look at the intersection of historic ranching life and modern forest management.