2015 Map of Sharp Hill

About this map

Medicine Bow National Forest dominates this section of the Sierra Madre range, where the high-altitude landscape is defined by the winding path of the Continental Divide. This 2015 survey captures a complex hydrologic environment where numerous drainages, including Nugget Creek, Cherokee Creek, and Centennial Creek, flow away from the divide. The presence of the Jack Creek Ditch suggests a history of water management for downstream agricultural or livestock needs, while the open space of Jack Creek Park provides a break in the timbered slopes. Notable elevations include the eponymous Sharp Hill and various depressions like Buck Draw and Snow Draw. Navigational access into this backcountry is primary provided via Jack Creek Rd and CR-405, which navigate the rugged terrain and connect the various creek valleys.