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2011 Map of Meaden Peak

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Meaden Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Meaden Peak and Sand Mountain anchor this high-country landscape in northwestern Colorado, where the terrain is defined by a dense network of mountain drainages and high-altitude parks. The water system is particularly complex, featuring the South Fork Little Snake River and numerous tributaries including Oliver Creek, Slater Creek, and Floyd Creek. This 2011 survey captures the area's transition from early ranching and mining roots to its modern role in recreation and forest management.

Evidence of the region's human history is found in established sites like Jolley Ranch and Smith Ranch, while the Success Mine near the northern boundary points to the era's mineral prospecting. Outdoor recreation is centered around Willow Creek Lake and the Hahns Peak Lake Campground, accessible via a system of forest roads such as Usfs RD 42. The map provides a detailed look at the sweeping open spaces of South Fork Park, Slater Park, and California Park, which have historically served as vital summer grazing lands and wildlife corridors.