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2001 Map of Lake Humphreys

Name: 2001 Topographic Map of Lake Humphreys
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2005
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2005

About this map

Rio Grande National Forest and the Weminuche Wilderness meet in this high-altitude landscape of Mineral County. The map shows a region shaped by high peaks and an intricate water system, where the Rio Grande flows near the northeastern corner. Significant water bodies like Lake Humphreys and Hay Press Lake are central features, while the drainages of Goose Creek, Leopard Creek, and Trout Creek carve through the steep terrain.

Evidence of historical resource exploration is marked by a Mine and various Prospects near Hot Spring in the northern reaches. This 2001 revision illustrates the established backcountry trail network essential for navigating the area, including the Highline Trail, Pierce Trail, and Decker Tr. Prominent summits such as Turret Peak, Elk Mountain, and Mc Clelland Mountain define the vertical scale of this protected wilderness area.