2001 Map of Minnesota Pass

About this map

The high alpine transitions of the West Elk Mountains define this 2001 revision, where the Gunnison National Forest meets the protected reaches of the West Elk Wilderness. The landscape is shaped by the drainage systems of Minnesota Creek and the Smith Fork, providing a detailed view of the water resources managed at Beaver Reservoir. Traditional land use is evident through the presence of high-altitude outposts like Upper Cow Camp and Minnesota Cow Camp, which speak to the area's history of seasonal grazing.