2019 Map of Mount Richthofen

About this map

The Never Summer Mountains dominate this high-altitude landscape where the headwaters of the Michigan River begin their descent. This 2019 survey captures the convergence of three major protected lands: Routt National Forest, Rocky Mountain National Park, and Arapaho National Forest. High peaks including Mt Richthofen, Mt Cumulus, and Mt Mahler form a dramatic ridgeline that serves as a county boundary between Jackson and Grand. A significant engineering feature, the Grand Ditch, contours along the eastern slopes, illustrating the historic and ongoing management of water across the Continental Divide. Backcountry access is marked by several established routes, such as the Seven Utes Trail and Skeleton Gulch Trail, which lead toward alpine features like the Lake of the Clouds and the Nokhu Crags.