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2011 Map of Red Feather Lakes

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Red Feather Lakes serves as the centerpiece of this high-elevation Colorado landscape, characterized by a dense network of reservoirs and alpine water bodies. The 2011 survey reveals an intricate hydraulic system managed by numerous structures, including the Nakomis Lake Dam and Mitchell Number 1 Dam. This region, traditionally shaped by ranching and resource extraction, is anchored by the Red Feather Ranch and the Maxwell Ranch, while the Rainbow Lode Mine provides evidence of the area's mineral interests.

Cultural and commemorative sites are scattered throughout the terrain, from the Jewett Family Cemetery near the eastern edge to the Swanson Memorial Garden further west. Natural landmarks like Many Thunders Mountain and the Prairie Divide define the topography, while recreational infrastructure is well-established at the Dowdy Lake Campground and West Lake Campground. The presence of the Red Feather Forest Service Facility underscores the managed nature of this mountain environment, where the North Fork Cache La Poudre River and South Lone Pine Creek drain the surrounding slopes.