2019 Map of Redcloud Peak

About this map

Burrows Park and the surrounding high-altitude drainage systems of Hinsdale County are captured in this recent survey, showcasing the complex topography of the San Juan Mountains. The landscape is defined by its deep drainages, including Grizzly Gulch, Cataract Gulch, and Alpine Gulch, which feed into the Lake Fork and other primary waterways. Notable summits such as Redcloud Peak and Sunshine Peak dominate the eastern portion of the map, while Whitecross Mtn stands to the west. This area, largely contained within the Gunnison National Forest, retains the infrastructure of early mountain access via routes like the Shelf Rd and Co RD 20. The distribution of named gulches and high-mountain lakes like Cooper Lake illustrates the intricate alpine geography and the historical naming conventions of early miners and explorers who traversed these high passes.