2013 Map of Saguache Park

About this map

Saguache Park sits at a high-elevation crossroads where the Gunnison and Rio Grande National Forests meet along the Cochetopa Hills. This 2013 survey details a landscape defined by the drainage basins of the Saguache Creek system, including the Middle Fork and North Fork. The map highlights the intersection of modern recreational infrastructure with the enduring geography of the Continental Divide, specifically tracing the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. For researchers of Colorado's backcountry, the map provides precise locations for named landmarks like Chimney Rock and Rincon Quemado, alongside the established Stone Cellar Campground. The presence of several US Forest Service routes, such as Lake Fork Trail 785, reflects the managed transition from wilderness gulches to modern access corridors.