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2019 Map of Lake George

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Lake George
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Florissant and Lake George serve as the primary hubs in this high-altitude landscape where the South Platte River and Twin Cr carve through the foothills. The eastern edge of the Pike National Forest dominates the western half of the map, providing a glimpse into the managed wilderness between Park and Teller Counties. Local history is anchored by sites like the Lake George Cem and Florissant Cem, which remain as records of the area's early residents.

The southern portion of the quadrangle is defined by the Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, where an extensive trail network—including the Petrified Forest Loop Trail and Hans Loop Trail—indicates a landscape preserved for its prehistoric significance. The terrain rises to notable landmarks such as Crystal Peak and Blue Mountain, while the presence of the Joe Wilson Recreation Reservoir highlights the intersection of public land management and mountain recreation.