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2022 Map of North Pass

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of North Pass
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

The Continental Divide winds through this high-elevation portion of Saguache County, forming the boundary between the Gunnison National Forest and the Rio Grande National Forest. The landscape is dominated by the Cochetopa Hills and significant mountain crossings, including North Pass and Cochetopa Pass. This area is characterized by a dense network of watercourses such as Lujan Cr, Spanish Cr, and Archuleta Cr that drain the steep terrain of Taylor Canyon and Rabbit Canyon.

A legacy of high-country transit is evident in the presence of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trl and various backcountry routes like the Luders Creek Trl. These pathways follow the natural contours of the land, connecting landmarks such as Mouds Bottom with the higher ridges. The mapping reflects a rugged wilderness environment where the primary human footprint consists of forest service roads and recreational trails rather than permanent settlements.