2019 Map of Marmot Peak

About this map

West Buffalo Peak and East Buffalo Peak dominate the northwestern skyline of this high-altitude landscape along the border of Park and Chaffee counties. The terrain is a complex network of drainages and meadows, where the Pike National Forest meets the San Isabel National Forest. Large open flats like Chubb Park and Davis Meadow are separated by steep ridges, providing a clear view of the area's grazing and timber heritage. The map documents the modern recreational use of the corridor via the Midland Bike Trail, which follows an old transportation grade in the southeast. Water sources are critical here, from the many branches of Salt Creek to the isolated Pony Spring, while the settlement of Aspen Arch represents one of the few named clusters of activity in this high-country environment.