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1982 Map of Marmot Peak

Name: 1982 Topographic Map of Marmot Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

The high-altitude drainage systems of the Pike National Forest and San Isabel National Forest meet along the boundary of Park and Chaffee counties in this early 1980s survey. Significant peaks like West Buffalo Peak, East Buffalo Peak, and Marmot Peak dominate the topography, which is carved by a dense network of seasonal and year-round water sources including Trout Creek and Salt Creek. The landscape reflects a history of transit and extraction, with an Old Railroad Grade and several unnamed mines and prospects scattered through the steep terrain.

Remote settlements and landmarks such as Chubb and Davis Meadow indicate the sparse human presence in this region. The map also traces specialized infrastructure like an Aqueduct and various mountain routes, including the Lenhardy Cutoff and several miles of Pack Trail and Jeep Trail, providing a clear look at the access points used by backcountry travelers and surveyors during the late twentieth century.