2011 Map of Kings Canyon

About this map

Kings Canyon Mine sits at the heart of this high-elevation landscape, where the foothills of the Medicine Bow Range meet the complex drainage systems of the North Park basin. The 2011 survey reveals an environment defined by water management and mineral extraction, evidenced by the intricate network of canals such as the Hardwork Ditch, Allard Ditch, and Government Ditch Number 2. These structures redirect the flow of Pinkham Creek and Government Creek across the valley floor. Small local hubs like Kings Canyon, Camp Nelson, and Clayton Park are connected by a web of mountain routes including Village Belle Rd and various Forest Service roads. To the south, the North Sand Hills provide a distinct geological contrast to the timbered slopes of Pinkham Mountain and the riparian corridors of Village Belle Creek.