2011 Map of Mad Creek

About this map

Elk Mountain and the distinctively named The Sleeping Giant dominate the topography of this Routt County region northwest of Steamboat Springs. The valley floor is defined by the winding course of the Elk River, which is supported by a network of early irrigation infrastructure including Wither Ditch, Keller Ditch, and Elk Valley Ditch. These waterworks reflect the area's long-standing agricultural foundation, while the Elk Mountain Cemetery provides a specific point of interest for genealogists tracing local families. To the south, the Yampa River marks the edge of the survey near the Steamboat II settlement. The map also captures several natural landmarks and small water bodies, such as Lake Windemere and Trull Creek Reservoir Number 1, alongside the small community of Mystic in the northwest.