2019 Map of Kings Canyon

About this map

Kings Canyon serves as a central point in this high-altitude landscape where the borders of four major protected areas converge. The terrain is defined by the Medicine Bow Mountains and several alpine parks, including Bluebird Park and Clayton Park. Water management is a visible priority in this environment, as evidenced by the engineering of the Allard Ditch and Hardwork Ditch, which divert mountain runoff through the valley. These irrigation features are indicative of the region's ranching and agricultural requirements despite the significant presence of federally managed lands. The southern portion of the map is dominated by the unique geography of the North Sand Hills, while the western edge reaches into the Arapaho National Wildlife Refuge. This intersection of conservation and resource management is further illustrated by the meeting of the Routt, Medicine Bow, and Roosevelt National Forest boundaries.