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2016 Map of Mineral Mountain

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Mineral Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Gunnison National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape along the border of Hinsdale and Saguache counties. The topography is defined by the drainage of Cebolla Cr and its various tributaries, such as Spring Cr and Pasture Cr, which carve through the volcanic plateau. Small settlements and named locations like Cathedral and Mineral Park are situated among prominent landforms, including the high-elevation Mineral Mountain and the distinctive Fish Canyon Ridge.

Historically used for ranching and recreation, the area is crisscrossed by an extensive network of pack trails and forest roads. Paths such as the N Calf Creek Trail and the Mineral Creek Trail provide access to remote landmarks like Robbers Roost and Monument Park. The intricate contouring on this survey details the steep elevation changes between Fish Canyon and the surrounding peaks, offering a precise look at the drainage patterns of the E Fork Powderhorn Cr and the alpine basin at Dry Lake.