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2022 Map of Raymond

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

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

Raymond and the surrounding mountain settlements of Riverside and Balarat are situated within a complex network of high-altitude drainages and forest lands. The landscape is dominated by the Roosevelt National Forest, where the terrain transitions from the deep valley of Middle Saint Vrain Cr up to prominent summits like North Sheep Mtn and Cook Mtn. Modern infrastructure is visible through the Peak To Peak Scenic Byway, which provides access to the higher elevations and recreational landmarks such as The Ironclads.

Tracing the southern edge of the sheet reveals the historical extractive footprints of the area, including the Emmit Mine near Jamestown. The intersection of creek-side hamlets like Peaceful Valley and the intricate system of fire roads and trails, such as Johnny Park and the Conifer Hill Rd, illustrates the evolving use of this Boulder County landscape from 19th-century mining origins to 21st-century conservation and residence.