2015 Map of Loon Lake

About this map

Eldorado National Forest defines the character of this mountain landscape, which is dominated by significant water features and peaks. The drainage system of the S Fork Rubicon River and its tributaries, including Bassi Fork and Tells Cr, shapes the topography around high-elevation landmarks such as Tells Peak and Brown Mtn. Localized names like Robbs Valley, Wench Flat, and Morattini Flat suggest areas of historical grazing or seasonal settlement within the forest. Major reservoirs like Loon Lake and the northern edge of Union Valley Reservoir indicate the role of the region in hydroelectric and water storage systems. Connectivity through the granite-lined terrain is limited to routes such as Ice House Rd, while interior points like Chipmunk Bluff and Slick Rock provide navigational markers for those traversing the backcountry between Shadow Lake and Berts Lake.