2011 Map of Mount Richthofen

About this map

Never Summer Mountains dominate this high-altitude landscape, where numerous peaks over 12,000 feet define the Continental Divide. The complex hydrology of the region is illustrated by human-engineered features like the Upper Michigan Ditch and the Grand Ditch, which redirect water across the rugged terrain. These waterworks contrast with the natural high-alpine basins holding Lake Agnes, Ranger Lakes, and the Lake of the Clouds. Local industry is represented by the Gaslight Mine situated near Jack Creek, suggesting the historical intersection of mineral extraction and recreation in the Colorado high country. The map also traces established routes through the peaks, including Baker Pass and several forest roads like Co RD 21f and Co RD 61a that provide access to the headwaters of the Michigan River.