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2001 Map of Saguache Park

Name: 2001 Topographic Map of Saguache Park
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2005
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2005

About this map

The Continental Divide winds across the high terrain of Saguache County, forming the boundary between the Gunnison National Forest and Rio Grande National Forest. This remote landscape is defined by the Cochetopa Hills and the broad expanse of Saguache Park, where a network of 4WD trails provides the only access into the high timber and mountain meadows. Small, isolated outposts such as Salt House and Stone Cellar are situated near the headwaters of vital drainage systems.

Water flows in every direction from this high-altitude watershed, feeding into the North Fork, Middle Fork, and South Fork of local river systems, as well as Saguache Creek. The presence of Chimney Rock and Monchego Park indicates a land of significant landmarks used by rangers and travelers alike. The map captures the specialized infrastructure of the Saguache Ranger District during a period of modern forest management and resource protection.