2013 Map of Mad Creek

About this map

Elk Mountain and the distinctive formation of The Sleeping Giant command the western horizon in this region north of the Yampa River. The landscape is a complex network of ranching and water management, evidenced by the Elk Valley Ditch and Keller Ditch feeding into the Elk River corridor. While Steamboat Springs anchors the southeastern corner, the map reveals smaller developments like Steamboat II and the historical site of Mystic. For genealogists, the Elk Mtn Cem provides a specific point of interest near the river. The northeastern section transitions into the Routt National Forest, where the Mad Creek Trailhead serves as a gateway to the wilderness. Notable water features including Trull Cr Reservoir Number 1 and Lake Windemere dot the terrain, illustrating the critical role of water storage in this high-altitude environment.