2013 Map of Oh-be-joyful

About this map

Irwin and Pittsburg anchor the southern and central sections of this high-altitude landscape, where the Gunnison National Forest meets the White River National Forest. The geography is defined by a series of steep drainages and prominent peaks, including Gothic Mountain and the Ruby Range. Historic mining activity is suggested by place names like Poverty Gulch and Mineral Point, while the presence of the Lake Irwin Campground and numerous trails like the Dyke Mountain Bike Trl 9838.0 reflect the modern transition to a recreation-based economy. Water is central to the area's character, with Meridian Lake Reservoir and Lake Irwin providing significant landmarks among the high-country basins such as Paradise Basin and Little Silver Basin.