2013 Map of Oyster Lake

About this map

The Flat Tops dominate this high-altitude landscape within the White River National Forest, where a complex network of alpine lakes and trails defines the drainage patterns between Rio Blanco and Garfield counties. Prominent peaks including Camel Peak and Rat Mountain overlook high basins such as Papoose Basin and the open expanse of Johnson Park. The area's hydrology is marked by high-country water bodies like Oyster Lake, Marvine Lakes, and Slide Lake, which are interconnected by an extensive trail system including the Ute Creek Trail 1824.1 and Oyster Lakes Trail 1825.1. The map documents the primitive transportation routes used for forest management and recreation, tracing creeks such as East Marvine Creek and Lost Solar Creek through their steep glacial valleys.