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2011 Map of Palmer Lake

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Palmer Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Palmer Lake and the adjacent community of Glen Park sit at the northern edge of this high-altitude landscape, where the waters of Monument Creek begin their journey south. The terrain is defined by dramatic geological formations and high peaks, including the prominent Sundance Mountain, Mount Herman, and the striking Cathedral Rock near Deadmans Lake. This map captures a transition between residential development and protected natural space, where established areas like Pine Crest give way to the more secluded canyons and gulches of the Front Range.

Notable family landmarks and ranches are scattered across the foothills, such as the McShane Home and the historic Old Stone Fort. Water management is central to the area's geography, evidenced by a network of reservoirs and dams, including Monument Lake Dam, Columbine Reservoir, and the high-altitude Sapphire Lake. The map details the complex drainage systems of North Beaver Creek and Hay Creek as they navigate the ridges and meadows of this mountain environment.