2013 Map of Mount Jackson

About this map

Mount Jackson dominates this high-altitude landscape within the White River National Forest, surrounded by a dense network of glacial basins and alpine lakes. The terrain is characterized by dramatic elevation changes, where peaks like Savage Peak and Gold Dust Peak tower over drainages such as East Lake Creek and Cross Creek. A series of historic trails, including the Lake Charles Trail and the East Lake Creek Trail, provide the primary access to remote water bodies like Mystic Island Lake and Lake Charles. Evidence of early 20th-century exploration and naming is seen in features like Negro Basin, Slim Jim Gulch, and Fools Peak. The southeastern corner is particularly intricate, featuring the Missouri Lakes and Treasure Vault Lake tucked beneath the Holy Cross Ridge, illustrating the complex hydrology of the Continental Divide region. This survey captures a wild area defined by its lack of roads, emphasizing the importance of the historic trail system for navigating the high peaks and passes like Missouri Pass.