2016 Map of Ruedi Reservoir

About this map

Ruedi Reservoir dominates the northern landscape of this Pitkin and Eagle County border region, where the Fryingpan River is impounded amidst the high peaks of the White River National Forest. The map documents a complex network of high-altitude drainages and ridges, including Vagneur Mtn and Larkspur Mtn, separated by deep cuts like Red Canyon. This 2016 survey captures the area's transition from a historic mining and logging landscape to a modern recreational hub, evidenced by the numerous named paths such as the Arbaneykittle Trail and Hannon Creek Trail. The settlement of Lenado sits in the southern portion along Woody Creek, serving as a focal point for researchers interested in the legacy of late 19th-century resource extraction. Notable localized place names like Saloon Gulch and Stockyard Gulch hint at the area's early frontier activity and livestock history.