2018 Map of Riverton

About this map

The South Fork American River carves a deep path through this section of the Eldorado National Forest, where the settlement of Riverton serves as a historic crossing point along the El Dorado Fwy. The landscape is defined by its complex topography and water management systems, including the El Dorado Ditch and the expansive Union Valley Reservoir to the north. Historical transportation routes are prominent, most notably the legendary Pony Express trail as it winds through Twentyfive Mile Canyon toward White Hall. Moving away from the river, the terrain rises into high ridges and canyons such as Government Ridge and Big Hill Canyon. These areas are accessed by a network of forest roads and specialized routes like the Big Hill Lookout Rd and the Jaybird Power House Rd, reflecting the region's history of resource management and hydroelectric development.