2013 Map of Platte Canyon

About this map

South Platte and the mountain settlement of Foxton stand at the heart of this mountain landscape where the North Fork South Platte River joins the main branch of the South Platte River. The terrain is defined by massive granite formations and high peaks, including the prominent Dome Rock and the towering Raleigh Peak. Much of the area is protected within the Pike National Forest, where the famous Colorado Trail 1776 winds through the hills. To the northeast, the Strontia Springs Reservoir sits near the border of Jefferson and Douglas counties. This 2013 survey illustrates the complex intersection of wild lands and small communities like Longview and Critchell, connected by winding routes such as S Foxton Rd and N Platte River Rd. The map also captures local landmarks like the Top of the World Picnic Area and numerous named gulches that feed the river system.