2019 Map of South Bald Mountain

About this map

Roosevelt National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape, where several prominent peaks define the horizon. Significant elevation markers include North Bald Mtn, Mid Bald Mtn, and South Bald Mtn, which form a central ridge between the drainages of Killpecker Creek and North Lone Pine Creek. The northeastern corner transitions into a more developed area centered on Crystal Lakes, featuring the Crystal Lakes Airport and the Black Mountain Ranch Cemetery. This 2019 survey documents the complex water management systems of the region, specifically highlighting the Mitchell Ditch and Bellaire Ditch. These artificial waterways parallel natural courses like the North Fork Cache La Poudre River and Elkhorn Creek, illustrating how high-country runoff is channeled across the Divide. A network of named forest roads and trails, including Whiskeyman and Deadman, provides access through the densely wooded terrain.