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2013 Map of Mount Ethel

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Mount Ethel
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Continental Divide forms a high-altitude spine through this section of the Routt National Forest, creating a natural border between Routt and Jackson Counties. This 2013 survey of the high country captures an intricate network of alpine drainage systems, where the headwaters of the Roaring Fork and S Fork Elk River flow from glacial basins. Significant peaks like Mount Ethel and Lost Ranger Peak anchor the ridgelines, while the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail provides the primary north-south corridor for traversing the crest.

A high density of named alpine lakes, including Lake Katherine, Wolverine Lake, and Lake of the Crags, suggests a landscape defined by significant snowpack and glacial carved basins. The presence of specialized trails like the Rainbow Lakes Trail and Aqua Fria Trail highlights the importance of backcountry access for managing these wilderness areas. Geologic features like the Red Canyon and The Dome further distinguish the varied topography of this section of the Park Range.